The Indian Queen - Dryden, John
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"The Indian Queen" is a tragic play written by John Dryden, one of the leading playwrights of the English Restoration period. Set in ancient Mexico, it tells the story of Montezuma, the Aztec emperor, and his wife Zempoalla, who are caught in a tumultuous struggle for power and survival amidst the Spanish conquest led by Hernán Cortés. The play explores themes of love, ambition, and betrayal against the backdrop of imperial expansion and cultural clash. Montezuma and Zempoalla's relationship is tested as they navigate the complex political landscape, facing challenges from both within their…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
"The Indian Queen" is a tragic play written by John Dryden, one of the leading playwrights of the English Restoration period. Set in ancient Mexico, it tells the story of Montezuma, the Aztec emperor, and his wife Zempoalla, who are caught in a tumultuous struggle for power and survival amidst the Spanish conquest led by Hernán Cortés. The play explores themes of love, ambition, and betrayal against the backdrop of imperial expansion and cultural clash. Montezuma and Zempoalla's relationship is tested as they navigate the complex political landscape, facing challenges from both within their own court and from the encroaching Spanish invaders. Dryden's play is characterized by its grandeur and spectacle, with lavish scenes depicting the opulence of the Aztec court and the brutality of the Spanish conquest. The clash of civilizations serves as a backdrop for the personal dramas unfolding among the characters, as they grapple with questions of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice.
Autorenporträt
John Dryden, né le 19 août 1631 à Aldwincle, Northamptonshire, et mort le 12 mai 1700, est un poète et un dramaturge anglais ayant exercé une forte influence au XVII¿ siècle.