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Virgil
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Vergil
Vergilius Maro, Publius
Publio Virgilio Marón
Marón, Publio Virgilio
Nelson, J. Raleigh (Joseph Raleigh)
1873
1961
Nelson, Joseph Raleigh
Miller, Frank Justus
1858
1938
Two Dramatizations from Vergil: I. Dido—the Phœnecian Queen; II. The Fall of Troy
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"Two Dramatizations from Vergil: I. Dido—the Phœnecian Queen; II. The Fall of Troy" by Frank Justus Miller is a collection of dramatic adaptations of key episodes from Vergil's epic, the "Æneid", written in the early 20th century. The text focuses on the passionate love story between Dido, the Queen of Carthage, and Æneas, the Trojan hero, as well as the tragic events surrounding the fall of Troy. The dramatizations are presented in English verse, making Vergil’s classical themes accessible to a modern audience. The opening of the first dramatization introduces the reader to the dire situation faced by Æneas and his band of Trojan exiles following the destruction of Troy. After enduring numerous hardships, Æneas arrives on the shores of Carthage, where he encounters Dido, a refugee from Tyre. The prelude sets the stage for their fateful romance against a backdrop of divine interference and political intrigue, hinting at the tensions between personal desire and duty that will unfold throughout the narrative. The narrative captures the fall of cities and the impact of love intertwined with fate, setting a rich emotional landscape that is sure to engage readers interested in classical literature and drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Trojan War -- Drama
Dido (Legendary character) -- Drama
Virgil -- Adaptations
Epic poetry, Latin -- Adaptations
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Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: Classics of Literature
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