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050		4	_aPQ
100	1		_aGozzi, Carlo, _d1720-1806
245	1	0	_aTurandot, Princess of China: A Chinoiserie in Three Acts
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-09-30
508			_aProduced by Chuck Greif
520			_a"Turandot, Princess of China: A Chinoiserie in Three Acts" by Karl Vollmöller is a dramatic work that was written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the character of Turandot, a cold and proud princess who imposes a deadly challenge on suitors seeking her hand in marriage. The play combines elements of romance, danger, and the exotic allure of Chinese culture, highlighting themes of love and sacrifice. The opening of the play sets a dramatic tone by introducing the grim backdrop of Pekin, where the severed heads of previous suitors are displayed outside the city gates. We meet various characters including Calaf, a noble prince seeking his fortune and love, and his loyal friend Barak. Calaf learns of Turandot's cruel challenges, which involve answering three riddles or facing execution. As the excitement builds, a sense of foreboding looms over the characters, establishing a high-stakes atmosphere where love intertwines with the threat of death. The prologue reveals the harsh reality of Turandot's reign while also hinting at her complex emotions beneath the ice-cold exterior. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aDrama
700	1		_aVollmöller, Karl, _d1878-1948
700	1		_aBithell, Jethro, _d1878-1962
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26730
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