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100	1		_aLacy, Ernest, _d1863-1916
245	1	0	_aChatterton
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2020-09-28
508			_aProduced by Jessica Hope
520			_a"Chatterton" by Ernest Lacy is a dramatic work likely written in the late 19th century, focusing on the life of Thomas Chatterton, a young poet. The play explores themes of ambition, poverty, and artistic struggle as it delves into the complexities of Chatterton's character and the societal pressures he faces. Set primarily in a garret in London, the work portrays the stark contrast between the romantic aspirations of a gifted youth and the harsh realities of his existence. The storyline centers around Thomas Chatterton, portrayed as a talented but struggling poet who grapples with his dire circumstances and the pressures of societal expectations. He interacts with characters such as Henry Burgum, a wealthy pewterer, and his daughter Bertha, who admire Chatterton's work but remain oblivious to his hardships. As Chatterton attempts to navigate his precarious situation, he faces mockery and adversity, particularly surrounding a false pedigree he crafted for Burgum. The narrative culminates in Chatterton's tragic decision to end his life, driven by despair and a sense of isolation, leaving a poignant reflection on the price of artistic dedication and the societal disdain for those who dare to dream beyond their means. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPoets -- Drama
653			_aChatterton, Thomas, 1752-1770 -- Drama
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63327
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