Pelleas and Melisande is a lyric drama in five acts written by the Belgian playwright and poet Maurice Maeterlinck. The play was first published in 1892 and then adapted into an opera by the French composer Claude Debussy. The story is set in an imaginary kingdom and follows the tragic love affair between Pelleas, the younger brother of the king, and Melisande, a mysterious woman with a troubled past. The play is known for its poetic language, dreamlike atmosphere, and symbolic imagery. Maeterlinck's use of symbolism and allegory has been praised for its ability to convey the deeper emotions…mehr
Pelleas and Melisande is a lyric drama in five acts written by the Belgian playwright and poet Maurice Maeterlinck. The play was first published in 1892 and then adapted into an opera by the French composer Claude Debussy. The story is set in an imaginary kingdom and follows the tragic love affair between Pelleas, the younger brother of the king, and Melisande, a mysterious woman with a troubled past. The play is known for its poetic language, dreamlike atmosphere, and symbolic imagery. Maeterlinck's use of symbolism and allegory has been praised for its ability to convey the deeper emotions and psychological states of the characters. The play explores themes of love, jealousy, power, and death, and has been interpreted in various ways by different critics and scholars. Overall, Pelleas and Melisande is a timeless classic of French literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the genre of lyric drama.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Maurice Maeterlinck (1862-1949) was a Belgian playwright, poet, and essayist, renowned for his contributions to the symbolist movement in literature. His work is known for its exploration of existential themes, metaphysical concepts, and the human condition. Some of his notable works are, The Blue Bird (1908): Perhaps Maeterlinck's most famous play, it is a symbolist fairy tale that follows the journey of two children in search of happiness. The play is renowned for its exploration of the search for meaning and the nature of happiness. Pelléas and Mélisande (1893): This play is a quintessential example of Maeterlinck's symbolic style, presenting a haunting and enigmatic love story. It was influential in the development of modern drama and had a significant impact on French and Belgian theater. The Princess Maline (1909): Another notable play that continues Maeterlinck's exploration of symbolic and existential themes through its narrative. Maeterlinck's influence extends beyond his own time, impacting the development of modern drama and the Symbolist movement. His exploration of profound philosophical and existential themes has left a lasting mark on literature, and his works continue to be studied and appreciated for their depth and innovative approach to storytelling.
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