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_aSwinburne, Algernon Charles, _d1837-1909 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aRosamund, Queen of the Lombards: A Tragedy |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2000 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2000-04-01 | ||
| 508 | _aTranscribed 1899 Chatto & Windus edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a"Rosamund, Queen of the Lombards: A Tragedy" by Algernon Charles Swinburne" is a historical play crafted in the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This work explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the backdrop of the Lombard kingdoms in the 6th century. It centers on the complex relationships and moral dilemmas of its characters, particularly around Rosamund, the queen, who is caught in a tragic web between her husband, King Albovine, and her love for Almachildes. The plot unfolds as King Albovine grapples with feelings of insecurity regarding his marriage to Rosamund, especially given that he has killed her father. Meanwhile, Rosamund, who has her own conflicts, seeks to protect her handmaiden Hildegard and her love for Almachildes. As tensions rise, Almachildes is pushed into a situation where he must defend his love for Hildegard, leading to tragic consequences. The climax occurs when Almachildes feels compelled to kill King Albovine, under the influence of Rosamund's manipulation. In a twist of fate, both Rosamund and Albovine perish as a result of their tumultuous decisions, leaving onlookers to reckon with the stark realities of passion and revenge. The play captures the profound emotional struggles of its characters, making it a deeply moving tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aEnglish drama | ||
| 653 | _aTragedies (Drama) | ||
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