Count Julian by Walter Savage Landor
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"Count Julian" by Walter Savage Landor is a tragedy written during the early 19th century. The play revolves around Count Julian, who is depicted as a tragic character grappling with deep personal and national grievances. The narrative unfolds in a tumultuous time for Spain, exploring themes of honor, betrayal, and familial love against the backdrop of historical conflict with the Moors. At the start of the play, Count Julian is introduced to
us in a state of emotional turmoil as he confronts his past actions and the plight of his daughter, Covilla. The dialogue between Julian and Opas, the Metropolitan of Seville, reveals Julian's agony over his daughter's suffering and his quest for vengeance against King Roderigo, whom he holds responsible for their misfortunes. The tension is palpable as Julian wrestles with feelings of betrayal, guilt, and the desire for justice, leading to a heated and passionate discourse on honor and duty. This opening effectively sets the stage for the ensuing drama, character conflicts, and the exploration of Julian's profound internal struggle as he navigates the treacherous waters of his personal and national loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Landor, Walter Savage, 1775-1864 |
|---|---|
| Title | Count Julian |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1812 John Murray edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Tragedies (Drama) |
| Subject | Spain -- History -- 711-1516 -- Drama |
| Subject | Julián, Governor of Ceuta, active 711 -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4008 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Oct 27, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 356 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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