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""The Monument In Arcadia"" is a dramatic poem in two acts, written by George Keate and published in 1773. The story is set in ancient Greece and revolves around the discovery of a mysterious monument in the Arcadian countryside. The characters, including shepherds, villagers, and a group of travelers, debate the meaning and origins of the monument, which is believed to be a tomb. As they discuss and investigate the monument, they uncover secrets and stories from the past, including a tragic love story. The play explores themes of mortality, memory, and the human desire for immortality. Keate's writing style is poetic and lyrical, with vivid descriptions of the natural landscape and the characters' emotions. The play was well-received by contemporary audiences and continues to be studied and performed today.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781104784607
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 58
  • Udgivet:
  • 17. juli 2009
  • Størrelse:
  • 210x4x280 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 169 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 26. november 2024
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""The Monument In Arcadia"" is a dramatic poem in two acts, written by George Keate and published in 1773. The story is set in ancient Greece and revolves around the discovery of a mysterious monument in the Arcadian countryside. The characters, including shepherds, villagers, and a group of travelers, debate the meaning and origins of the monument, which is believed to be a tomb. As they discuss and investigate the monument, they uncover secrets and stories from the past, including a tragic love story. The play explores themes of mortality, memory, and the human desire for immortality. Keate's writing style is poetic and lyrical, with vivid descriptions of the natural landscape and the characters' emotions. The play was well-received by contemporary audiences and continues to be studied and performed today.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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