Wallenstein 1: Wallensteinin leiri; Piccolominit by Friedrich Schiller

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Author Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805
Translator Koskimies, Vilppu
Title Wallenstein 1: Wallensteinin leiri; Piccolominit
Runomittainen näytelmä
Credits Produced by Juha Kiuru and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Wallenstein 1: Wallensteinin leiri; Piccolominit" by Friedrich Schiller is a poetic drama written in the late 18th century. This play is the first part of Schiller's historical trilogy, which delves into the life of the infamous military leader Albrecht von Wallenstein during the Thirty Years' War. The plot is likely to focus on Wallenstein's character, his relationships, and the political intrigue surrounding his leadership. At the start of the play, readers are introduced to the dire atmosphere of wartime as Wallenstein's army camps near Pilsen. The opening scenes depict soldiers engaging in everyday activities within the camp amid a burgeoning sense of unrest and uncertainty about their fortunes. The dialogues among various characters, including a farmer and his son, highlight the chaotic lifestyle of the soldiers, the desperation of the common people, and the camaraderie among different regiments. A prologue further sets the tone for the story, hinting at the underlying themes of power, ambition, and the struggles of the human spirit amid the chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Wallenstein, Albrecht Wenzel Eusebius von, Herzog von Friedland, 1583-1634 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 45668
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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