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Salome: A Dramatic Poem (1867)

Salome: A Dramatic Poem (1867)

Heywood, Joseph C.

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Literary CriticismGeneral PoetryPlays

ISBN10: 1164016040
ISBN13: 9781164016045
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 222
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Salome: A Dramatic Poem is a play written by Joseph C. Heywood and first published in 1867. The play is based on the biblical story of Salome, the daughter of Herodias, who danced for Herod Antipas and requested the head of John the Baptist on a platter as a reward. Heywood's version of the story is a poetic and dramatic retelling of this classic tale, exploring themes of power, desire, and revenge.The play is divided into five acts and features a cast of characters that includes Herod Antipas, Herodias, Salome, John the Baptist, and a chorus of soldiers and courtiers. Heywood's writing is characterized by its vivid imagery and lyrical language, which bring the story to life on the page.Salome: A Dramatic Poem has been praised for its powerful storytelling and its exploration of complex themes. It has been adapted for the stage and screen numerous times, and remains a classic of English literature.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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