Torquato Tasso by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Author Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
Title Torquato Tasso
Note Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torquato_Tasso_(play) Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torquato_Tasso_(Goethe)
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Summary "Torquato Tasso" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a dramatic play written in the late 18th century. The plot centers around the struggles of the poet Torquato Tasso as he navigates his relationships with political powers and personal aspirations, particularly in the context of creativity and recognition. The characters include noble figures like Alfonso II, the Duke of Ferrara, and various members of the court who interact with Tasso, highlighting themes of artistic freedom, love, and conflict. The opening of "Torquato Tasso" introduces a serene garden setting where two characters, Princess Leonora and her friend Leonora, engage in a discussion filled with poetic imagery and reflections on the beauty of life and art. They express their admiration for classical poets and hint at Tasso's presence and prominence in their world. As the scene unfolds, the stakes of Tasso's artistic ambitions are established, revealing tensions between his deep emotional journey and the societal expectations imposed by the nobility. This portion effectively sets the tone for the exploration of Tasso's inner turmoil and his quest for artistic validation amidst external pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Tasso, Torquato, 1544-1595 -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 13328
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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