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1999-06-01
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Shakespeare, William
1564
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Shakspeare, William
Shakspere, William
Cymbeline
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cymbeline
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1538
"Cymbeline" by William Shakespeare is a play likely written in the early 17th century during the English Renaissance. The work is a complex blend of romance and tragedy, centering around themes of love, betrayal, and the impact of royal politics. The narrative unfolds in Britain and involves multiple characters, primarily focusing on the noble Imogen and her husband Posthumus Leonatus, highlighting the struggles they face amid external political conflicts and familial betrayal. The opening of "Cymbeline" introduces us to the turbulent atmosphere of Cymbeline’s court. The conversation between two gentlemen reveals the sorrow of the King, whose daughter, Imogen, secretly married Posthumus, causing familial discord and creating tension with the Queen, who hopes to secure a different match for her son Cloten. Imogen’s strong character emerges early in the play as she confronts her father's wrath and the Queen's treachery. As she navigates her relationship with Posthumus, the stage is set for the challenges she faces, including banishment, love tested by suspicion, and the quest for loyalty in a world dominated by intrigue and power struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Fathers and daughters -- Drama
Married people -- Drama
Great Britain -- History -- Roman period, 55 B.C.-449 A.D. -- Drama
Britons -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
Tragicomedy
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Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: Classics of Literature
Category: British Literature
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