The Piccolomini, also known as The First Part of Wallenstein, is a five-act drama written by Frederick Schiller and first published in 1800. The play is set during the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that devastated Europe in the 17th century. The story revolves around the character of Wallenstein, a powerful military commander who is loyal to the Holy Roman Emperor but also harbors ambitions of his own.The play begins with Wallenstein's trusted advisor, Octavio Piccolomini, arriving at the general's headquarters to inform him of a conspiracy against him. Wallenstein is initially skeptical but…mehr
The Piccolomini, also known as The First Part of Wallenstein, is a five-act drama written by Frederick Schiller and first published in 1800. The play is set during the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that devastated Europe in the 17th century. The story revolves around the character of Wallenstein, a powerful military commander who is loyal to the Holy Roman Emperor but also harbors ambitions of his own.The play begins with Wallenstein's trusted advisor, Octavio Piccolomini, arriving at the general's headquarters to inform him of a conspiracy against him. Wallenstein is initially skeptical but eventually comes to believe that his own subordinates are plotting against him. As the drama unfolds, Wallenstein must navigate a complex web of political intrigue and personal ambition, all while fighting to maintain his position of power.The Piccolomini is a gripping and intense drama that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. Schiller's masterful use of language and his ability to create complex and nuanced characters make this play a timeless classic of German literature.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.
Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller was a German playwright, poet, philosopher, and historian, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in German literature and thought. Born on November 10, 1759, in Marbach am Neckar, Germany, Schiller grew up in a devoutly Protestant family. He became one of the central figures of the German classical period, alongside Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Schiller is best known for his dramatic works, including William Tell, The Robbers, and Don Carlos, which explore themes of freedom, morality, and the struggle against tyranny. His poetry, such as Ode to Joy, also gained significant acclaim, and it is especially remembered for being later set to music by Ludwig van Beethoven in the final movement of his Ninth Symphony. Schiller's philosophical writings and historical works further solidified his status as a leading intellectual of his time. He had one son, Ernst Friedrich Wilhelm Schiller. Schiller passed away at the young age of 45 on May 9, 1805, in Weimar, Germany, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the fields of literature and philosophy.
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