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Sejanus

Sejanus

Sejanus

Ben Jonson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2004
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Obras de teatro, textos teatrales
ISBN:
9781419146534
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Sejanus is a play written by the English playwright Ben Jonson, first performed in 1603. The play is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Tiberius and centers around the character of Sejanus, a powerful and ambitious Roman general who seeks to overthrow the emperor and seize power for himself. Sejanus is portrayed as a cunning and manipulative figure, who uses his influence to gain the trust of the emperor and his court, while secretly plotting his downfall. The play explores themes of power, ambition, and corruption, and is known for its complex characters and intricate plot.Throughout the play, Sejanus is opposed by a number of characters, including the emperor’s advisor, Macro, and the historian, Suetonius. As the plot unfolds, Sejanus becomes increasingly paranoid and desperate, ultimately leading to his downfall and execution.The play is notable for its historical accuracy, with Jonson drawing on a variety of sources to create a vivid and realistic portrayal of ancient Rome. It is also known for its poetic language and vivid imagery, which have made it a popular choice for productions and adaptations over the years. Overall, Sejanus is a powerful and thought-provoking play that explores the darker side of human nature and the corrupting influence of power.`Not these are safe, where nothing is.' Yourselfe, While thus you stand but by me, are not safe. Was Silius safe? or the good Sosia safe? Or was my Neice, deare Claudia Pulchra safe?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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