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Il Cagliostro
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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral European HistoryPlays
ISBN13: 9781023950398
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Italian
Il Cagliostro is a five-act comedy in prose by Natale Roviglio, published in 1791. This play offers a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the late 18th century through the lens of comedic storytelling. The play revolves around the enigmatic figure of Cagliostro, a notorious adventurer and self-styled magician who captivated and scandalized European society. Roviglio's work provides both entertainment and social commentary, reflecting the anxieties and fascinations of the era.
This edition preserves the original Italian text, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of Italian literature, theater history, and 18th-century European culture. The play's wit and satirical observations continue to resonate, offering insights into the enduring human fascination with charlatans and the gullibility of society. Il Cagliostro is a testament to the power of comedy to both entertain and critique.
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