Valentine and Orson: A Romantic Melo-Drame by Thomas Dibdin

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Author Dibdin, Thomas, 1771-1841
LoC No. 27009908
Title Valentine and Orson: A Romantic Melo-Drame
As Performed at the Theatre-Royal Covent-Garden
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Summary "Valentine and Orson: A Romantic Melo-Drame" by Thomas Dibdin is a dramatic play performed at the Theatre Royal Covent Garden and written in the early 19th century. This work is categorized as a romantic melodrama, revolving around themes of valor, love, and heroic deeds. Set against the backdrop of medieval France, it showcases the conflict between noble characters and sinister adversaries, entwined with romance and the notion of destiny. The story follows Valentine, a foundling favored by the King of France, and Orson, a wild man raised by a bear, as they navigate a series of trials involving nobility, jealousy, and enchanted foes. Valentine vows to rescue Princess Florimonda from the clutches of the Green Knight, a cruel pagan, while Orson learns to integrate into human society after being tamed. The play explores their adventures filled with trials, battles against malevolent forces, and ultimately, the bonds of brotherhood, as the protagonists confront their destinies and discover their true identities, leading to two joyous unions with their respective loves. The intricate narrative combines elements of heroism, magical curses, and romantic entanglements, making it a captivating piece emblematic of early 19th-century dramatic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Pepin, King of the Franks, -768 -- Drama
Subject Melodrama, English -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 48686
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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