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_aCossa, Pietro, _d1830-1881 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aNerone: commedia in cinque atti ed in versi, con prologo e note storiche |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2015 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2015-07-02 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Giovanni Fini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Nerone: commedia in cinque atti ed in versi, con prologo e note storiche" by Pietro Cossa is a theatrical play written in the late 19th century. The work presents a comedic interpretation of the infamous Roman Emperor Nero, focusing on his character as an artist rather than a ruthless ruler. It aims to explore the complexities and contradictions of Nero's personality against the backdrop of his artistic pursuits and the political turmoil of his time. The opening of the play introduces us to Nero, depicted as a hedonistic figure more concerned with art, games, and entertainment than the governance of the Roman Empire. The prologue features the buffoon Menecrate, who sets the tone for the play, suggesting that this rendition of Nero is dramatically different from traditional portrayals. We see Nero engaged in light-hearted exchanges with his companions, showcasing his whimsical nature, even as hints of political discontent swirl around him. Characters such as Cluvio Rufo and Menecrate enter to discuss the state of the Senate and Nero’s financial troubles, hinting at the instability of his reign. The audience is drawn into a world where art and pleasure are prioritized, but the undercurrents of impending chaos raise questions about the sustainability of Nero's indulgent lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNero, Emperor of Rome, 37-68 -- Drama | ||
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