Massacre at Paris E-Book

Christopher Marlowe

• Herausgeber: DigiCat
• Kategorie: Poesie und Drama
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2022

Beschreibung

In 'Massacre at Paris,' Christopher Marlowe crafts a compelling historical drama set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Wars of Religion. This play, characterized by its rich, lyrical language and dynamic characterizations, explores themes of power, betrayal, and the devastating impact of religious fanaticism. Marlowe's use of blank verse and command of dramatic pacing evoke a sense of urgency and tension, as the narrative unfolds with chilling historical accuracy, ultimately leading to the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre of 1572. Its stark portrayal of political machinations and human cruelty positions it within the context of Elizabethan drama, linking it to broader discussions on governance and morality in the face of chaos. Christopher Marlowe, a contemporary of Shakespeare, was known for pushing the boundaries of dramatic form and content in his works. His own turbulent life—marked by intrigue, supposed espionage, and an untimely death—infuses his writing with a sense of urgency and a deep understanding of the human condition. Marlowe's background, including his education at Cambridge, exposed him to classical texts and contemporary politics, which are reflected in the intricate plot and complex character dynamics of 'Massacre at Paris.' This play is essential reading for those interested in the intersection of history and drama, as well as scholars of the Renaissance period. Marlowe's exploration of power and morality resonates today, offering insight into the perennial struggles of governance and the human psyche. 'Massacre at Paris' invites readers to engage with the darker facets of ambition and the consequences of divisive ideologies, making it a vital addition to the canon of English literature.

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Christopher Marlowe

Massacre at Paris

 

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DigiCat, 2022 Contact: [email protected]

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Table of Contents with inital stage directions

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

THE MASSACRE AT PARIS.

With the Death of the Duke of Guise.

[Scene i]

[Scene ii]

[Scene iii]

[Scene iv]

[Scene v]

[Scene vi]

[Scene vii]

[Scene viii]

[Scene ix]

[Scene x]

[Scene xi]

[Scene xii]

[Scene xiii]

[Scene xiv]

[Scene xv]

[Scene xvi]

[Scene xvii]

[Scene xviii]

[Scene xix]

[Scene xx]

[Scene xxi]

[Scene xxii]

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Dramatis Personae Scene 1: Enter Charles the French King, [Catherine] the Queene Mother, the King of Navarre, the Prince of Condye, the Lord high Admirall, and [Margaret] the Queene of Navarre, with others. Scene 2: Enter the Duke of Guise. Scene 3: Enter the King of Navar and Queen [Margaret], and his [olde] Mother Queen [of Navarre], the Prince of Condy, the Admirall, and the Pothecary with the gloves, and gives them to the olde Queene. Scene 4: Enter [Charles] the King, [Catherine the] Queene Mother, Duke of Guise, Duke Anjoy, Duke Demayne [and Cossin, Captain of the Kings Guard]. Scene 5: Enter Guise, Anjoy, Dumaine, Gonzago, Retes, Montsorrell, and Souldiers to the massacre. Scene 6: Enter Mountsorrell and knocks at Serouns doore. Scene 7: Enter Ramus in his studie. Scene 8: Enter Anjoy, with two Lords of Poland. Scene 9: Enter two with the Admirals body. Scene 10: Enter five or sixe Protestants with bookes, and kneele together. Scene 11: Enter [Charles] the King of France, Navar and Epernoune staying him: enter Queene Mother, and the Cardinall [of Loraine, and Pleshe]. Scene 12: Sound Trumpets within, and then all crye vive le Roy two or three times. Scene 13: Enter the Duchesse of Guise, and her Maide. Scene 14: Enter the King of Navarre, Pleshe and Bartus, and their train, with drums and trumpets. Scene 15: Enter [Henry] the King of France, Duke of Guise, Epernoune, and Duke Joyeux. Scene 16: Alarums within. The Duke Joyeux slaine. Scene 17: Enter a Souldier. Scene 18: Enter the King of Navarre reading of a letter, and Bartus. Scene 19: Enter the Captaine of the guarde, and three murtherers. Scene 20: Enter two [Murtherers] dragging in the Cardenall [of Loraine]. Scene 21: Enter Duke Dumayn reading of a letter, with others. Scene 22: Sound Drumme and Trumpets, and enter the King of France, and Navarre, Epernoune, Bartus, Pleshe and Souldiers.

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

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CHARLES THE NINTH—King of France Duke of Anjou—his brother, afterwards KNIG HENRY THE THIRD King of Navarre PRINCE OF CONDE—his brother brothers DUKE OF GUISE CARDINAL OF LORRAINE DUKE DUMAINE SON TO THE DUKE OF GUISE—a boy THE LORD HIGH ADMIRAL DUKE OF JOYEUX EPERNOUN PLESHE BARTUS TWO LORDS OF POLAND GONZAGO RETES MOUNTSORRELL COSSINS,—Captain of the King's Guard MUGEROUN THE CUTPURSE LOREINE,—a preacher SEROUNE RAMUS TALEUS FRIAR SURGEONENGLISH AGENT APOTHECARY Captain of the Guard, Protestants, Schoolmasters, Soldiers, Murderers, Attendants, &c. CATHERINE,—the Queen Mother of France MARGARET,—her daughter, wife to the KING OF NAVARRE THE OLD QUEEN OF NAVARRE DUCHESS OF GUISE WIFE TO SEROUNE Maid to the Duchess of Guise

THE MASSACRE AT PARIS.

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With the Death of the Duke of Guise.

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[Scene i]

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