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Alcestis

Alcestis

Alcestis

Philippe Quinault / Frank J. Morlock

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Obras de teatro, textos teatrales
ISBN:
9781434457820
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In this remarkable fantasy play, the great Greek demi-god hero, Hercules (here called Alcidas) must make a journey into the depths of Hell itself in order to rescue Alcestis from death and destruction. French author Philippe Quinault (1635-1688) wrote numerous tragedies, comedies, and opera librettos. First translation into English. 3

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