Jeremiah: A Drama in Nine Scenes by Stefan Zweig

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Author Zweig, Stefan, 1881-1942
Translator Paul, Cedar, 1880-1972
Translator Paul, Eden, 1865-1944
LoC No. 22023316
Title Jeremiah: A Drama in Nine Scenes
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Summary "Jeremiah: A Drama in Nine Scenes" by Stefan Zweig is a dramatic work written in the early 20th century. This play focuses on the biblical prophet Jeremiah as he grapples with the impending doom facing Jerusalem and his burden as a messenger of God. With themes of prophecy, despair, and the tension between war and peace, the narrative explores the moral and emotional turmoil of its central figure amidst national crisis. The opening of the drama introduces Jeremiah in a state of panic as he perceives ominous visions foretelling the destruction of his city. He experiences a haunting conflict between his duty to deliver God's message and the skepticism of those around him, including his mother, who implores him to seek peace rather than war. The narrative unfolds with vivid dialogue reflecting Jeremiah's anguish and the contrasting perspectives of other characters, laying the groundwork for themes that will resonate throughout the play. We are immediately drawn into a world of heightened emotions and significant stakes as Jeremiah grapples with his calling and the fate of his people, setting a deeply contemplative and dramatic tone for the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Jeremiah (Biblical prophet) -- Drama
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