Imbroglio: A Drama (1885)

By George Allender

Book Overview

Imbroglio: A Drama is a play written by George Allender and published in 1885. The play is set in Italy and revolves around the lives of a group of aristocrats and their servants. The story begins with the arrival of the Duke of San Lorenzo and his daughter, the Duchess, at their villa in the countryside. The Duke is a proud and arrogant man who is obsessed with his family's reputation and social status. His daughter, on the other hand, is kind and compassionate, and is loved by everyone around her.As the play progresses, a series of misunderstandings and secrets are revealed, leading to a complex web of lies and deceit. The Duke's nephew, Carlo, is in love with the Duchess, but she is already married to the Duke's son, Enrico. Enrico, however, is having an affair with the Duchess's maid, Maria, and is also involved in a scheme to defraud the Duke of his wealth.The tension between the characters builds as their secrets are exposed, leading to a dramatic climax in which the truth is finally revealed. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, and provides a vivid portrayal of the social and political landscape of Italy in the late 19th century.Overall, Imbroglio: A Drama is a gripping and complex play that offers a fascinating insight into the lives and relationships of the Italian aristocracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164867822
• ISBN13: 9781164867821
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"