Mordred and Hildebrand: A Book of Tragedies by Wilfred Campbell
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"Mordred and Hildebrand: A Book of Tragedies" by William Wilfred Campbell is a collection of dramatic works likely written in the late 19th century. This book draws inspiration from the Arthurian legends, particularly focusing on the tragic narratives surrounding King Arthur, his illegitimate son Mordred, and the fateful love involving Guinevere and Launcelot. The tension between noble aspirations and deep personal flaws forms the crux of the storyline. The opening of the
play introduces King Arthur and his illegitimate son Mordred, who is burdened by the fate of his origins and the tragic nature of his relationship with his father. Arthur grapples with the memory of his past sin—unknowingly being with his sister—and seeks redemption through his role as a king. As he processes his inner turmoil, Mordred struggles with feelings of rejection and anger due to his deformity and his tumultuous relationship with his father. Meanwhile, Merlin provides wisdom that highlights the potential for greatness hidden within Mordred, even as the stage is set for the impending conflicts and betrayals rooted in love and ambition. This intricate web of characters' motivations and emotional struggles promises a dramatic exploration of tragedy within the legendary context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Campbell, Wilfred, 1858?-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mordred and Hildebrand: A Book of Tragedies |
| Credits |
Produced by Ian Crann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Arthurian romances -- Adaptations |
| Subject | Tragedies (Drama) |
| Subject | Mordred (Legendary character) -- Drama |
| Subject | Gregory VII, Pope, approximately 1015-1085 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62173 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 424 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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