TY  - BOOK
AU  - Etten,Gerard Van
TI  - The Vampire Cat: A Play in one act from the Japanese legend of the Nabeshima cat
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2012///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Vampires -- Drama
KW  - Japan -- History -- 1185-1600 -- Drama
N1  - Release date is 2012-07-01; Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed
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N2  - "The Vampire Cat" by Gerard Van Etten is a one-act play inspired by the Japanese legend of the Nabeshima Cat, written in the early 20th century. This dramatic work delves into themes of supernatural occurrences and psychological horror within a medieval Japanese context. Through its narrative, the play explores the haunting presence of a mysterious female figure, blending elements of dreams and nightmares into a chilling exploration of obsession and fear.  The story unfolds in the palace of Prince Hizen, where he is tormented by horrific dreams involving O Toyo, his wife, who perhaps embodies a malevolent spirit in the form of a cat. As the narrative progresses, Prince Hizen, desperate for relief from his nightmares and the sinister presence that seems to invade his dreams, learns from his councilors and a brave soldier, Ito Soda, who volunteers to act as a guard while battling the dream's influences. The tension mounts as the line between the dream world and reality blurs, ultimately leading to a confrontation that reveals O Toyo’s dual nature. The play ends on a note filled with suspense and intrigue, inviting the audience to ponder the true essence of love and darkness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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ER  -