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100 1 _aAndreyev, Leonid,
_d1871-1919
245 1 0 _aAnathema: A Tragedy in Seven Scenes
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-08-05
508 _aProduced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive)
520 _a"Anathema: A Tragedy in Seven Scenes" by Leonid Andreyev is a dramatic work written in the early 20th century. It explores profound themes of existence, truth, and the human condition, centering on the character of Anathema, who represents a spirit torn between the desire for knowledge and an inherent curse. The narrative also intricately weaves the tale of David Leizer, a man emerging from suffering into newfound wealth, raising questions about morality, justice, and the true meaning of happiness amidst societal inequalities. The opening of the play sets a mystical and philosophical tone with Anathema confronting the Guardian of the Entrances, yearning to glimpse the nature of eternity. Anathema's dialogue reveals his internal struggle between despair and bravado as he attempts to understand his existence and appeal to higher truths. Introduction to David Leizer occurs swiftly, showcasing him as a modest, sickly man with a tragic past as his children’s deaths haunt him. As David receives shocking news of an inheritance, the stage is set for exploring his moral dilemmas and the societal responsibilities towards the poor, intertwining with themes of compassion, sacrifice, and redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTragedies (Drama)
653 _aRussian drama -- Translations into English
653 _aAndreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English
700 1 _aBernstein, Herman,
_d1876-1935
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49606
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