Phaedra by Jean Racine

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Author Racine, Jean, 1639-1699
Translator Boswell, Robert Bruce, 1846-1933
Uniform Title Phèdre. English
Title Phaedra
Credits Produced by Dagny, John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary "Phaedra" by Jean Racine is a classical tragedy written in the late 17th century, marking an important moment in French literary history. The play revolves around themes of forbidden love, jealousy, and the fatal consequences of passion. It tells the story of Phaedra, the wife of Theseus, who falls tragically in love with her stepson Hippolytus, leading to a catastrophic chain of events that culminates in misunderstandings and devastation. The narrative centers on Phaedra's tortured emotions as she grapples with her illicit desire for Hippolytus while being caught in the expectations of her role as a wife and mother. After Theseus goes missing, Phaedra's love for Hippolytus becomes all the more complicated and desperate. With the support of her nurse, Oenone, Phaedra battles her internal demons and grapples with her jealousy toward the innocent Aricia, who represents all that she cannot have. Ultimately, the drama unfolds as misunderstandings lead to accusations and tragic outcomes, forcing the characters to confront the dire consequences of their actions, culminating in a heartbreaking conclusion where love, honor, and vengeance collide. The play explores deep emotions and the tragic flaws of its characters, offering a poignant reflection on the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Phaedra (Greek mythology) -- Drama
Subject Tragedies
Category Text
EBook-No. 1977
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 7, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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