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L'Aiglon

Edmond Rostand's "L'Aiglon" is a monumental verse play that intricately weaves the historical and the personal, focusing on the life of Napoleon's son, the Duke of Reichstadt. Set in the early 19th century, the play is notable for its vibrant poetry and rich character portrayals, encapsulating the themes of identity, legacy, and the struggles between ambition and ennui. Rostand employs a lyrical style that echoes the Romanticism of his time, creating a powerful narrative that questions the nature of greatness and the burdens of heritage in a rapidly changing Europe. Rostand, a luminary of French theater best known for his classic "Cyrano de Bergerac," draws upon his deep fascination with the Napoleonic saga and its enduring impact on French national identity. His own experiences of theater, artistry, and the political climate of fin-de-siècle Paris infused his writing with a sense of urgency and passion, making "L'Aiglon" a poignant exploration of inherited destiny and unfulfilled dreams. I highly recommend "L'Aiglon" to readers who appreciate the interplay of history and poetry, as well as those who admire complex character studies. Rostand's masterful prose invites reflection on the dualities of legacy and self-discovery, revealing truths that remain relevant across generations.


Author:

  • Edmond Rostand

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  • E-book

Duration:

  • 301 pages

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English

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  • Fiction
  • Drama

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    Edmond Rostand

    Edmond Rostand was born in Marseille into a wealthy and cultured Provençal family. His father was an economist and a poet. Rostand studied literature, history, and philosophy at the Collège Stanislas in Paris. Rostand abandoned his law studies in 1890 when his first book of poems appeared. At the age of 29, Rostand wrote his most successful and well-known play-Cyrano de Bergerac. When Cyrano was performed, the enthusiasm at the premiere became unexpected—people wept and it is told that the author was pelted with ladies' gloves and fans. Rostand revitalized the old romantic drama in verse. When naturalism was the major movement in literature, Rostand took up old themes and followed the tradition of Victor Hugo. Edmond Rostand died of pneumonia in Paris on December 2, 1918.

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