The Wonder-Working Magician: Play Guide and Free Edition
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The Wonder-Working Magician is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Calderón de la Barca, Pedro (1600–1681). The listed translation credits are MacCarthy, Denis Florence (1817–1882).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Wonder-Working Magician" by Pedro Calderón de la Barca is a dramatic work that likely dates from the mid-17th century. The play unfolds in Antioch and centers around Cyprian, a scholar who grapples with complex themes of love and morality, as well as the influence of supernatural forces in human affairs. It is heavily influenced by Calderón's exploration of philosophical and metaphysical questions, particularly regarding fate and free will. At the start of the play, we meet Cyprian, a devoted scholar who seeks solitude amid the festive celebrations in Antioch. He is accompanied by his servants, Clarin and Moscon, who represent contrasting attitudes toward love and life. Soon, Cyprian encounters a mysterious Demon who challenges his intellect and introduces elements of enchantment and manipulation into the narrative. This interaction sets the tone for the examination of love’s trials and the struggle for independence against societal pressures, marked by the looming presence of Justina, the object of desire that ignites rivalry among the characters. The opening portion effectively establishes the characters and the emotional stakes while hinting at the deeper philosophical themes Calderón is renowned for.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Wonder-Working Magician
- Author credits: Calderón de la Barca, Pedro (1600–1681)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: MacCarthy, Denis Florence (1817–1882)
Catalogue subjects
- Cyprian, Saint, -304 -- Drama
- Justina, Saint, -304 -- Drama
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- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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