Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title Troilus and Cressida
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #100
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troilus_and_Cressida
Note Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1528
Summary "Troilus and Cressida" by William Shakespeare is a tragic play written during the early 17th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the Trojan War and centers on the doomed romance between Troilus, a Trojan prince, and Cressida, the daughter of a Trojan priest who betrays her people. The play explores themes of love, honor, war, and betrayal, capturing the complexities of human relationships in a time of conflict. The opening of "Troilus and Cressida" introduces us to a war-torn Troy where Troilus grapples with his feelings for Cressida. In his conversation with Pandarus, who serves as a comic and meddling intermediary, we learn of Troilus's deep infatuation and despair, revealing his vulnerabilities. The scene shifts between the Trojan and Greek camps, highlighting the tensions among characters and setting the stage for the impending conflict. As Troilus struggles with his emotions, we are also introduced to key figures of the Trojan and Greek armies, establishing the dramatic stakes of both personal and broader military affairs that will unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Trojan War -- Drama
Subject Tragicomedy
Subject Troilus (Legendary character) -- Drama
Subject Cressida (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Subject Troy (Extinct city) -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 1790
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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