Charles Di Tocca: A Tragedy by Cale Young Rice
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"Charles Di Tocca: A Tragedy" by Cale Young Rice is a dramatic play written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 15th century, the story revolves around the titular character, Duke Charles di Tocca, and his son Antonio, as their lives intertwine with themes of love, betrayal, and prophecy amidst a web of political intrigue. The play explores the depths of human emotion—guilt, despair, and the yearning
for love—through its rich characters and intense dialogue. The opening of the tragedy introduces us to an atmosphere charged with tension and foreboding. Antonio waits for Fulvia, whom he has feelings for, while discussing the troubling prophecies of the mad monk Agabus with Helena, who is fearful of impending doom. Their interactions suggest a connection among the characters that is fraught with superstition and tension, as they navigate their emotions and destinies. Meanwhile, whispers of the Duke's oppressive rule and the discontent within the land hint at deeper conflicts to come. This setup lays the groundwork for a tale that promises betrayal and heartbreak as the characters are drawn into their fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rice, Cale Young, 1872-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title | Charles Di Tocca: A Tragedy |
| Credits |
Produced by David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34055 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34055-5 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 361 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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