La dernière nuit de Don Juan: poème dramatique en deux parties et un prologue
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About this eBook
| Author | Rostand, Edmond, 1868-1918 |
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| Title | La dernière nuit de Don Juan: poème dramatique en deux parties et un prologue |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "La dernière nuit de Don Juan: poème dramatique en deux parties et un prologue" by Edmond Rostand is a dramatic poem written in the early 20th century. The work revisits the legendary character of Don Juan, exploring themes of seduction, morality, and consequence. The narrative unfolds during a critical night where Don Juan grapples with his past actions and the entities that seek his soul. The opening of the piece introduces us to Don Juan descending an ominous stairway, accompanied by the statue of the Commander, reflecting on his past conquests as he is pursued by darker ideals. His witty banter with Sganarelle, his servant, establishes his irreverent charm and ingrained willingness to defy authority. A pact with the devil and the notion of accountability for his actions loom large as the characters lead us into a whirlwind of memories, foreshadowing a transformation in Don Juan’s character amidst encounters with spectral figures from his past. This initial setup promises a poetic exploration of regret and the inevitable consequences of a life lived recklessly. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Juan, Don (Legendary character) -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58265 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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