Roses: Four One-Act Plays / Streaks of Light—The Last Visit—Margot—The Far-away Princess

Name: Roses: Four One-Act Plays / Streaks of Light—The Last Visit—Margot—The Far-away Princess
Author: Hermann Sudermann

By Hermann Sudermann

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Four concise one-act dramas stage intimate, high-tension encounters in cramped or decaying settings, each focusing on strained relationships and the emotional consequences of past choices. The plays examine passion, jealousy, fear, humiliation, and the urge to escape, often pivoting on threats, desperate bargaining, and acts of confession or concealment. Symbolic details of faded splendor and repeated domestic motifs produce compact, psychologically charged scenes about moral compromise and the cost of seeking deliverance.

About the Author

Hermann Sudermann

Hermann Sudermann was a prominent German playwright and novelist, known for his contributions to the literary scene in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often explore themes of morality, social issues, and the complexities of human relationships. Among his notable plays is "Magda," which delves into the struggles of a woman caught between societal expectations and personal desires. Sudermann's writing is characterized by its emotional depth and psychological insight, making him a significant figure in the realm of German literature. His diverse body of work includes dramas, one-act plays, and short stories, reflecting his versatility as an author.