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Dreams vs. reality. The concept of life as a dream is an ancient one found in Hinduism and Greek philosophy (notably Heraclitus and the famous Platonic Allegory of the Cave), and is directly related to Descartes's dream argument. It has been explored by writers from Lope de Vega to Shakespeare.
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31. März 2006 · Of all Calderon's works, "Life is a Dream" may be regarded as the most universal in its theme. It seeks to teach a lesson that may be learned from the philosophers and religious thinkers of many ages—that the world of our senses is a mere shadow, and that the only reality is to be found in the invisible and eternal. The story which ...
In an effort to save his country and his life, Basilio immediately locked Segismundo up after birth, “to see whether a wise man / can prevail over the stars.” Now, however, Basilio questions his decision to imprison his son and deny Poland of their rightful prince, and he has decided to free Segismundo on a trial basis. Basilio believes ...
Set in a mythical version of the kingdom of Poland, Life Is a Dream tells the story of King Basilio, who imprisons his son, Segismundo, at birth, because his astrological studies have given him reason to fear that the boy will grow up to be a tyrant and a rebel against his authority.
Pedro Calderón de la Barca’s Life is a Dream tells the story of Basilio, King of Poland, who imprisons his son, Segismundo, after a prophecy claims it is the young prince’s destiny to kill his father and divide his country. Years pass, and Basilio begins to doubt his decision to imprison Segismundo and deny the people their rightful prince ...
3. Nov. 2023 · Life Is a Dream is a 1636 play by Pedro Calderón De La Barca about Prince Segismund, the son of King Basilio of Poland. Segismund has lived his life imprisoned in a remote tower because his...
