The Death Of Wallenstein (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419158773)

""The Death of Wallenstein"" is a historical play written by Friedrich Von Schiller, a German poet and playwright. The play is set during the Thirty Years' War, a devastating conflict that ravaged Europe in the 17th century. The story revolves around the assassination of Albrecht von Wallenstein, a powerful and ambitious military commander who served under the Holy Roman Emperor.The play is divided into five acts and features a large cast of characters, including Wallenstein himself, his wife, his advisors, and his enemies. The plot centers on the political intrigue and power struggles that surround Wallenstein, as various factions within the Empire seek to gain control of his army and influence.As the play unfolds, tensions rise and conspiracies are hatched, leading to the dramatic and tragic death of Wallenstein. The play explores themes of power, loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of ambition, as well as the toll that war takes on individuals and societies.""The Death of Wallenstein"" is considered one of Schiller's masterpieces, and is renowned for its complex characters, intricate plot, and powerful themes. It has been adapted into numerous stage productions, films, and operas, and remains a classic of German literature.WRANGEL. Comprehend who can! My lord duke, I will let the mask drop--yes! I've full powers for a final settlement. The Rhinegrave stands but four days' march from here With fifteen thousand men, and only waits.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Friedrich Von Schiller,S. T. Coleridge
ISBN-10: 1419158775
ISBN-13: 9781419158773
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.36h x 7.52w x 0.75d