Two Dramatizations from Vergil: I. Dido—the Phœnecian Queen; II. The Fall of Troy

Name: Two Dramatizations from Vergil: I. Dido—the Phœnecian Queen; II. The Fall of Troy
Author: Virgil

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A volume presents two stage adaptations drawn from Virgil’s epic: one dramatizes the tragic love between a Trojan exile and the queen of Carthage, tracing their meeting, passion, and the doomed fallout imposed by fate; the other stages the fall of Troy, concentrating key episodes of siege and destruction. Both are rendered into English verse with added lyrics, stage directions, and musical accompaniment for performance, condensing epic narrative passages into theatrical scenes and emphasizing dramatic speech, action, and scenic suggestions intended for classroom or stage presentation.

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Virgil

Virgil, a prominent Roman poet of the Augustan period, is best known for his epic work, "The Aeneid," which tells the legendary story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero and the mythical founder of Rome. His poetry is celebrated for its rich imagery, profound themes, and masterful use of the Latin language. In addition to "The Aeneid," Virgil wrote the "Georgics," a didactic poem on agriculture, and the "Eclogues," a collection of pastoral poems that reflect the beauty of rural life. His influence on Western literature is immense, shaping the epic tradition and inspiring countless writers throughout the centuries.