02335cam a22003013u 4500 43260 UtSlPG 20260610134006.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG it iso639-1 PQ Bracco, Roberto, 1861-1943 Maternità: Dramma in quattro atti Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-07-20 Produced by Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Matternità: Dramma in quattro atti" by Roberto Bracco is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. This work revolves around the complex themes of motherhood, societal expectations, and interpersonal relationships, set against the backdrop of the lives of the nobility. The characters include the Marchesa Claudia di Montefranco, her husband Marchese Alfredo, and Maurizio Dorini, who becomes entangled in their marital strife, suggesting the play will delve into intrigue and ethical dilemmas. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the characters in a setting that conveys the intimacy of their lives. Olghina, visiting Maurizio's home, establishes a light-hearted atmosphere with playful banter, while Maurizio's focus on his health and routines hints at a more significant underlying emotional complexity. As the dialogue unfolds, Maurizio expresses concern over potential complications in his relationship with Olghina, while Claudia's entrance foreshadows the impending tension as both characters grapple with their feelings. The scene sets the stage for conflicts related to fidelity, power dynamics, and the societal pressures of motherhood, positioning the narrative for a deeper exploration of these themes throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Italian drama https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43260 84099 84099