The Passion Play (1872)

The Passion Play (1872)

William Watkins Old

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Creación literaria y guías de creación literaria
ISBN:
9781437055429
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The Passion Play is a historical novel written by William Watkins Old and published in 1872. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young Englishman named Edward Neville, who travels to Germany to witness the famous Passion Play. The play, which is performed every ten years, depicts the life and death of Jesus Christ.As Edward arrives in the small Bavarian village of Oberammergau, he is immediately taken with the beauty of the surrounding mountains and the quaint charm of the town. He quickly becomes immersed in the preparations for the Passion Play, meeting the actors and learning about their dedication to their roles.As the play begins, Edward is struck by the power and emotion of the performances. He is particularly drawn to the actress who plays Mary Magdalene, and the two begin a tentative romance. However, their relationship is threatened by the strict religious beliefs of the town, which forbid any kind of romantic involvement during the performance of the Passion Play.As the story unfolds, Edward finds himself caught up in a web of intrigue and betrayal, as the town’s political and religious leaders struggle to maintain their power and influence. Meanwhile, the Passion Play itself becomes a source of controversy, as some members of the community begin to question its relevance in a changing world.The Passion Play is a sweeping historical epic that explores themes of faith, love, and the power of tradition. It offers a vivid and compelling portrait of a fascinating period in European history, and is sure to captivate readers with its richly drawn characters and intricate plot.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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