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041 7 _aen
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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aSinclair, Upton,
_d1878-1968
245 1 0 _aPrince Hagen
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aA modern morality play of the Niebelungs of Wagner's Ring Cycle Operas.
500 _aRelease date is 2002-07-01
508 _aProduced by Charles Franks, the Online Distributed Proofreading team, and David Widger
520 _a"Prince Hagen" by Upton Sinclair is a drama written in the early 20th century. The play unfolds the rise of Prince Hagen, a character deeply rooted in mythical themes yet intertwined with the socio-economic realities of America, exploring themes of power, greed, and identity. At its center are key figures such as Gerald Isman, a young poet, and Prince Hagen, the grandson of the Nibelung King Alberich, who navigates a world defined by wealth, politics, and class struggles, ultimately leading to a clash of ideals. The opening of "Prince Hagen" establishes a dynamic mix of fantasy and realism, beginning in a primeval forest where Gerald Isman, a poet in a tent, encounters a mysterious character, Mimi, disguised as a pack-peddler. This encounter introduces elements of myth through the discussion of Nibelungs and their treasures. The scene transitions to Nibelheim, setting the stage for themes of ambition and manipulation, especially as Hagen, a powerful yet rebellious figure born of both Nibelung and human lineage, is summoned by his grandfather, King Alberich. Through their dialogue, the opening hints at Hagen's tumultuous character and his aspirations, laying the groundwork for a narrative interwoven with ancient myths and modern societal issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican drama -- 20th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3303
999 _c45374
_d45374