This edition had all images removed.
Title: Three Wonder Plays
Contents:
The dragon
Aristotle's bellows
The jester.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Scott G. Sims and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Three Wonder Plays" by Lady Gregory is a collection of dramatic works likely produced during the early 20th century. This play showcases elements of Irish folklore and mythology, centering on themes such as fate, love, and the intertwining of human experiences with fantastical creatures. The narrative revolves around the Princess Nuala, who faces a dire prophecy concerning her fate with a fearsome dragon, adding tension and urgency to her quest for love and destiny. The opening of "Three Wonder Plays" introduces the characters in a lively manner, with a focus on the interactions between the King, the Queen, and Princess Nuala, amidst a humorous exchange about food and relationships. The King grapples with the prophecy of his daughter being devoured by a dragon, shared by Dall Glic, the blind wise man. This foreboding revelation leads the Queen to feel compelled to marry off Nuala quickly to ensure her safety. The whimsical dialogue highlights the characters’ distinct personalities while setting the stage for the unfolding drama surrounding the Princess’s fate and the peculiar dynamics of royal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 93.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Author: Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
EBook No.: 14588
Published: Jan 4, 2005
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Three Wonder Plays
Contents:
The dragon
Aristotle's bellows
The jester.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Scott G. Sims and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Three Wonder Plays" by Lady Gregory is a collection of dramatic works likely produced during the early 20th century. This play showcases elements of Irish folklore and mythology, centering on themes such as fate, love, and the intertwining of human experiences with fantastical creatures. The narrative revolves around the Princess Nuala, who faces a dire prophecy concerning her fate with a fearsome dragon, adding tension and urgency to her quest for love and destiny. The opening of "Three Wonder Plays" introduces the characters in a lively manner, with a focus on the interactions between the King, the Queen, and Princess Nuala, amidst a humorous exchange about food and relationships. The King grapples with the prophecy of his daughter being devoured by a dragon, shared by Dall Glic, the blind wise man. This foreboding revelation leads the Queen to feel compelled to marry off Nuala quickly to ensure her safety. The whimsical dialogue highlights the characters’ distinct personalities while setting the stage for the unfolding drama surrounding the Princess’s fate and the peculiar dynamics of royal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 93.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Author: Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
EBook No.: 14588
Published: Jan 4, 2005
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.