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- A Moral Tale, Though Gay; Count Alargos: A Tragedy

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The Young Duke: A Moral Tale, Though Gay; Count Alargos: A Tragedy is a book by the renowned British politician and writer, Benjamin Disraeli. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part being a moral tale that explores the life of a young duke named Coningsby, who is faced with the challenges of inheriting a vast fortune and navigating the complex social circles of high society. Despite the title suggesting a lighthearted tone, the book touches on themes of morality and the responsibilities that come with wealth and privilege.The second part of the book is a tragedy titled Count Alargos, which tells the story of a nobleman who is consumed by his desire for power and revenge. The play explores themes of ambition, jealousy, and the destructive nature of unchecked desire.Overall, The Young Duke: A Moral Tale, Though Gay; Count Alargos: A Tragedy is a thought-provoking work that delves into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our actions. It is a must-read for fans of Disraeli's writing and those interested in exploring the social and political landscape of 19th-century Britain.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:
  • 9781163798393
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 458
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 608 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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The Young Duke: A Moral Tale, Though Gay; Count Alargos: A Tragedy is a book by the renowned British politician and writer, Benjamin Disraeli. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part being a moral tale that explores the life of a young duke named Coningsby, who is faced with the challenges of inheriting a vast fortune and navigating the complex social circles of high society. Despite the title suggesting a lighthearted tone, the book touches on themes of morality and the responsibilities that come with wealth and privilege.The second part of the book is a tragedy titled Count Alargos, which tells the story of a nobleman who is consumed by his desire for power and revenge. The play explores themes of ambition, jealousy, and the destructive nature of unchecked desire.Overall, The Young Duke: A Moral Tale, Though Gay; Count Alargos: A Tragedy is a thought-provoking work that delves into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our actions. It is a must-read for fans of Disraeli's writing and those interested in exploring the social and political landscape of 19th-century Britain.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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