Pierre Corneille

Polyeucte (eBook, PDF)

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Produktbeschreibung

This seventeenth-century drama in five acts was inspired by the tale of Saint Polyeuctus (rendered as 'Polyeucte' in French), a Roman convert to the faith who was martyred in 259 A.D. However, although an imaginatively retold version of the story of St. Polyeuctus comprises some of the plot of the play, Polyeucte also relates metaphorically to the religious debates of the seventeenth century. A must-read for fans of classic drama.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: The Floating Press
• Seitenzahl: 84
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2010
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781775419686
• Artikelnr.: 56829475

Autorenporträt

Pierre Corneille (1606-1684), often heralded as one of France's greatest playwrights, had a significant role in sculpturing French classical tragedy with his renowned dramatic flair and poise. Hailing from Rouen in Normandy, Corneille initially embarked on a legal career before turning to the theater. His prolific literary oeuvre includes masterpieces that remain cornerstones of the French theatrical canon. Amongst his many contributions, 'Polyeucte' stands out as a testament to his genius. First staged in 1643, 'Polyeucte' delves into the intersecting themes of faith, sacrifice, and martyrdom, set against the backdrop of early Christian antiquity. Corneille's exploration of the eponymous protagonist's struggle with his newfound Christian faith and its ramifications on his personal and public life demonstrates his deft handling of complex characters and moral quandaries. His literature is characterized by the 'Corneille hero', typically marked by a stark rigidness in honor and duty. While some critiqued this trait as overly idealistic, it became emblematic of Corneille's literary style and contribution to French tragedy and classicism. His work not only mirrored the evolving precepts of 17th-century French society but also played an integral part in shaping the aesthetic contours of French drama through his unique blend of eloquence, vigorous poetic dialogue, and moral gravity. Corneille's ingenuity was a beacon that illuminated the paths for subsequent generations of dramatists, significantly influencing French literature and the classical tradition worldwide.