Henri III et sa Cour by Alexandre Dumas

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Title Henri III et sa Cour
Credits Text entered by Penelope Papangelis Proofread by Maurice M. Mizrahi Encoded to ISO-8859-1 by Laurent Vogel
Summary "Henri III et sa Cour" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical drama written in the mid-19th century. The play revolves around the political intrigues and power struggles in the court of King Henri III of France, focusing on key figures like Catherine de Médicis and the Duke of Guise. The narrative unfolds through a blend of political maneuvering and personal ambitions, illuminating the delicate balance of power in a royal court. The opening of the play introduces the character of Côme Ruggieri, an astrologer engaged in his mystical calculations, and Catherine de Médicis, who seeks his guidance as she navigates the treacherous waters of court politics. As they discuss the royal affairs and the threats posed by their rivals, Ruggieri reveals his knowledge of astrological predictions that pertain to the court's fate. The second scene presents the young courtiers and their eager curiosity about their futures, hinting at the blend of fortune and fate that will shape their paths. In this initial segment, themes of ambition, deception, and the supernatural begin to take shape, setting the stage for the unfolding drama that encapsulates both the personal desires and the political stakes of the characters involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Henry III, King of France, 1551-1589 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 2682
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Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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