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Phaedra

Phaedra

Racine, Jean Baptiste

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Classic FictionGeneral Fiction

Publisher Price: $13.99

ISBN10: 9370814949
ISBN13: 9789370814943
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Mar 1 2025
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.19 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Phaedra by Jean Baptiste Racine is a powerful tragedy that delves into forbidden love, jealousy, and the devastating consequences of unchecked passion. The play focuses on the internal struggle of a woman torn between her deep desire and the roles imposed upon her by society. Caught in a web of unrequited love, guilt, and duty, the character's emotions lead to catastrophic events that unravel the lives of those around her. The narrative portrays the destructive power of uncontrollable feelings and how they can cloud judgment, leading to irreversible mistakes. The characters grapple with deep, conflicting emotions, particularly the conflict between honor and personal desire. As misunderstandings take hold, the drama exposes the tragic flaws inherent in human nature, showing how these flaws can escalate into tragedy. Ultimately, the story serves as a meditation on the consequences of human folly and the inability to escape from the forces of fate and passion.

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