König Ottokars Glück und Ende by Franz Grillparzer

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Author Grillparzer, Franz, 1791-1872
Title König Ottokars Glück und Ende
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Summary "König Ottokars Glück und Ende" by Franz Grillparzer is a tragic play written during the early 19th century. The play revolves around King Ottokar of Bohemia, his tumultuous relationship with his wife Margarethe of Austria, and the political intrigues threatening his reign. It explores themes of power, loyalty, and betrayal against the backdrop of historical conflict. The opening of the play introduces us to the court of King Ottokar in Prague, where tension brews due to the rumors surrounding the king's intentions towards his marriage. The queen, Margarethe, is portrayed as a tragic figure caught between her duty to the kingdom and the emotional turmoil resulting from her husband's actions. As characters like Seyfried von Merenberg and factions within the court express their outrage and resentment towards Ottokar's supposed betrayal, the stage is set for the unfolding political drama. The interactions lay a foundation for the central conflict, highlighting personal grievances intertwined with broader themes of loyalty and treachery that will further develop throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Bohemia (Czech Republic) -- Drama
Subject Ottokar II, King of Bohemia, 1230?-1278 -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 9046
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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