The Sorrows of Belgium: A Play in Six Scenes: Play Guide and Free Edition
The Sorrows of Belgium: A Play in Six Scenes: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Sorrows of Belgium: A Play in Six Scenes is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919). The listed translation credits are Bernstein, Herman (1876–1935).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Sorrows of Belgium: A Play in Six Scenes" by Leonid Andreyev is a dramatic work written in the early 20th century. This play captures the tragic circumstances of the Belgian people during World War I, particularly through the lens of a prominent Belgian author, Emil Grelieu, and his family. It addresses themes of suffering, resistance, and the moral complexities posed by war, reflecting Andreyev’s deep empathy for oppressed nations. The opening of the play sets a serene scene in Grelieu's garden as the war begins to encroach upon their lives. Characters like François, the deaf gardener, and Maurice, Grelieu's son, express a mix of alarm and disbelief as they come to terms with the reality of the German invasion. Grelieu himself appears anxious, consumed with conflict about his responsibilities and the implications of war. As the sounds of war grow nearer, the family's peaceful existence shatters, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their emotional and moral dilemmas as they face the impending chaos. The stark contrast between the tranquil garden and the impending violence underscores the play's themes of disruption and sorrow.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Sorrows of Belgium: A Play in Six Scenes
- Author credits: Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Bernstein, Herman (1876–1935)
Catalogue subjects
- Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English
- Russian drama -- Translations into English
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Drama
Gutenberg collections
- Category: History - Modern (1750+)
- Category: History - Warfare
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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