Dramas (1 de 2): Hernani; El Rey se divierte; Los Burgraves

Name: Dramas (1 de 2): Hernani; El Rey se divierte; Los Burgraves
Author: Victor Hugo

By Victor Hugo

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The volume gathers three stage plays that range from Romantic melodrama to historical tragedy, framed by a prologue defending literary and theatrical freedom. One drama pits passionate love and codes of honor against social constraints and theatrical convention; another depicts royal intrigue and the destructive effects of power and libertinism at court; the third portrays the collapse of older social orders and the frictions between tradition and political change. Together the pieces combine heightened emotion, political critique, and theatrical experimentation.

About the Author

Victor Hugo

Victor Hugo (1802-1885) was a prominent French writer, poet, and playwright, known for his significant contributions to literature and social justice. His most famous work, "Les Misérables," explores themes of redemption and the struggles of the poor in 19th-century France. Hugo's literary career spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and essays, with notable works such as "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" and "Ninety-Three." He was also an outspoken advocate for human rights and political reform, using his platform to address social issues of his time. Hugo's legacy endures as a key figure in the Romantic literary movement, influencing generations of writers and thinkers.