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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.
- Pedro Calderón de la Barca
- 1635
- 1961
- Spanish Golden Age drama
A comprehensive guide to Pedro Calderón de la Barca's play Life is a Dream, a classic of Spanish Golden Age literature. Learn about the plot, themes, characters, symbols, and historical context of this drama that explores the themes of revenge and honor.
31. März 2006 · A play based on the legend of Barlaam and Josaphat and the Arabian Nights, depicting the world of senses as a mere shadow and the reality of the invisible and eternal. The drama explores the themes of loyalty, honor, and mysticism, and shows the characters of Basilio, Rosaura, and Fife in their quest for the truth.
A summary of the plot of Life is a Dream, a play by Spanish dramatist Pedro Calderón de la Barca. The play follows the story of Segismundo, a prince who is falsely imprisoned and forgotten by his father, the king of Poland. He is rescued by a woman who claims to be his mother and taken to the palace, where he faces a trial to prove his identity and his fate.
Learn about the two versions of Calderón's play Life Is a Dream, a philosophical poem about the nature of reality and free will. Explore the literary style, the moral focus, and the conflicts between characters and ideas in this Spanish Golden Age drama.
Learn about the plot, themes, and historical context of Life Is a Dream, a verse play by Pedro Calderón de la Barca, one of Spain's greatest dramatists. Explore the philosophical and literary aspects of this classic work that explores the contrast between illusion and reality.
A thematic analysis of Pedro Calderón de la Barca's play Life is a Dream, which explores the conflict between fate and free will, dreams and reality, morality and honor, and more. Learn how the themes are developed through the plot, characters, and symbols of the play.
