Salomé By: Oscar Wilde (1854-1900)
Salomé is a captivating and dark tale that explores themes of desire, power, and obsession. Set in the biblical times, the story follows the princess Salomé as she becomes infatuated with the imprisoned prophet John the Baptist. Oscar Wilde's writing is both poetic and intense, creating a rich and atmospheric world for the reader to immerse themselves in. The characters are complex and flawed, particularly Salomé herself, whose dangerous and all-consuming desire drives the narrative forward. The play is a masterclass in tension and suspense, building towards a shocking and tragic climax that will leave readers reeling. Wilde's exploration of the destructive power of desire is as relevant today as it was when the play was first written. Overall, Salomé is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will linger in the mind long after the final page has been turned. Wilde's sharp wit and keen insight make this a timeless classic that deserves to be read and discussed for years to come. First Page: OSCAR WILDE SALOMÉ DRAME EN UN ACTE [Marque d'imprimeur: NON HIC PISCIS OMNIUM] PARIS LIBRAIRIE DE L'ART INDÉPENDANT 11, RUE DE LA CHAUSSÉE D'ANTIN, 11 LONDRES ELKIN MATHEWS et JOHN LANE THE BODLEY HEAD. VIGO STREET. 1893 Tous droits réservés IMPRIMERIE PAUL SCHMIDT, 20, RUE DU DRAGON, PARIS. A mon Ami PIERRE LOUYS PERSONNES HÉRODE ANTIPAS, Tétrarque de Judée. IOKANAAN, le prophète. LE JEUNE SYRIEN, capitaine de la garde. TIGELLIN, un jeune Romain. UN CAPPADOCIEN. UN NUBIEN. PREMIER SOLDAT. SECOND SOLDAT. LE PAGE D'HÉRODIAS. DES JUIFS, DES NAZARÉENS, etc. UN ESCLAVE. NAAMAN, le bourreau. HÉRODIAS, femme du Tétrarque. SALOMÉ, fille d'Hérodias. LES ESCLAVES DE SALOMÉ. SALOMÉ SCÈNE (Une grande terrasse dans le palais d'Hérode donnant sur la salle de festin. Des soldats sont accoudés sur le balcon. A droite il y a un énorme escalier... Continue reading book >>

Salomé By: Oscar Wilde (1854-1900)

Salomé is a captivating and dark tale that explores themes of desire, power, and obsession. Set in the biblical times, the story follows the princess Salomé as she becomes infatuated with the imprisoned prophet John the Baptist.

Oscar Wilde's writing is both poetic and intense, creating a rich and atmospheric world for the reader to immerse themselves in. The characters are complex and flawed, particularly Salomé herself, whose dangerous and all-consuming desire drives the narrative forward.

The play is a masterclass in tension and suspense, building towards a shocking and tragic climax that will leave readers reeling. Wilde's exploration of the destructive power of desire is as relevant today as it was when the play was first written.

Overall, Salomé is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will linger in the mind long after the final page has been turned. Wilde's sharp wit and keen insight make this a timeless classic that deserves to be read and discussed for years to come.

First Page:

OSCAR WILDE

SALOMÉ

DRAME EN UN ACTE

[Marque d'imprimeur: NON HIC PISCIS OMNIUM]

PARIS LIBRAIRIE DE L'ART INDÉPENDANT 11, RUE DE LA CHAUSSÉE D'ANTIN, 11

LONDRES ELKIN MATHEWS et JOHN LANE THE BODLEY HEAD. VIGO STREET.

IMPRIMERIE PAUL SCHMIDT, 20, RUE DU DRAGON, PARIS.

A mon Ami PIERRE LOUYS

PERSONNES

HÉRODE ANTIPAS, Tétrarque de Judée. IOKANAAN, le prophète. LE JEUNE SYRIEN, capitaine de la garde. TIGELLIN, un jeune Romain. UN CAPPADOCIEN. UN NUBIEN. PREMIER SOLDAT. SECOND SOLDAT. LE PAGE D'HÉRODIAS. DES JUIFS, DES NAZARÉENS, etc. UN ESCLAVE. NAAMAN, le bourreau.

HÉRODIAS, femme du Tétrarque. SALOMÉ, fille d'Hérodias. LES ESCLAVES DE SALOMÉ.

SALOMÉ

SCÈNE

(Une grande terrasse dans le palais d'Hérode donnant sur la salle de festin. Des soldats sont accoudés sur le balcon. A droite il y a un énorme escalier... Continue reading book >>

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