The Tragedy of King Christophe

Autori

• Aimé Césaire

Parametri

Pagine

192pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Classici
• Francia
• Narrativa
• Poesia

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Set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary Haiti, the play explores the life of Henri Christophe, a former slave who ascends to power as a general. It delves into themes of ambition, leadership, and the complexities of freedom following the assassination of Jean-Jacques Dessalines. The translation by Paul Breslin and Rachel Ney offers insights through an introduction and explanatory notes, enhancing the understanding of this significant historical narrative crafted by Aimé Césaire.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2015

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