Hall, Lee
A Servant to Two Masters. by Carlo Goldoni
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408131053
- author:
- Hall, Lee
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury 3PL
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 1.02 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Drama, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A Servant to Two Masters: A Student Edition This edition of Carlo Goldoni's 18th-century play features expert annotation, making it an ideal resource for students and performers. Editor Joseph Farrell's introduction provides a comprehensive overview of the play, including its dramatic, social, and political context, as well as a plot synopsis and analysis of its themes, characters, language, and structure. The play's central plot revolves around the cunning servant Truffaldino, who tries to serve two masters simultaneously, while his mistress disguises herself as her dead brother to claim a dowry. The result is a complex web of mishaps, mix-ups, and mistaken identities, leading to a thrilling resolution. Lee Hall's contemporary version updates the comedy for modern readers and audiences, balancing accessibility with comic flair. This edition is a valuable resource for anyone looking to explore Goldoni's classic play. With its helpful annotation and introduction, it provides a solid foundation for understanding the play's complexities and nuances.
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