Description
Wagner also died in Venice
Book summary
This play is an intense autumnal story that explores the twilight of two marriages through a sharp and poetic verbal duel. With a dialectical fencing that evokes the mastery of Strindberg, the play combines psychology, rhythm, and subtle humor to portray the swan song of love. The women, apparently fragile, become key pieces in a bittersweet comedy that questions the solidity of relationships and the nature of desire.
What is it about?
The plot unfolds in an autumnal setting, where two couples face the decay of their romantic bonds. Through dialogues charged with tension and psychological acuity, the characters lay bare their emotions, secrets, and resentments. Humor acts as a counterpoint that lightens the rawness of the confessions, while the figure of Wagner, as a backdrop, evokes tragic grandeur and the inevitable end. The play thus becomes a mirror of human relationships, where apparent fragility hides an unexpected strength.
Main themes
- The decline of love and the twilight of romantic relationships.
- The conflict between apparent fragility and inner strength, especially in female characters.
- Humor as a defense mechanism and a tool for coping with everyday tragedy.
- The influence of theatrical tradition (Strindberg) in the construction of dialogues and conflicts.
Who is it recommended for?
It is recommended for lovers of contemporary theater, readers interested in psychological dramas with intense dialogues, and those seeking a reflection on love and maturity from a literary and humorous perspective. It is also ideal for drama students and theater professionals who wish to explore new voices in current playwriting.
What this book offers
- A theatrical reading experience that combines psychological depth with an agile and entertaining rhythm.
- Dialogues of high literary quality that invite reflection on human relationships.
- An original and unconventional vision of autumnal love, far from romantic clichés.
- The opportunity to discover a work from the Aeschylus collection, specializing in quality theatrical texts.
Technical specifications
- Author: Lumbreras, Roberto
- Publisher: Ediciones Torre de Lis
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS
- Collection: AESCHYLUS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2020
- Number of pages: 92
- Weight: 150 g
Editorial review
This work stands out for its ability to combine the tradition of psychological drama with a humorous and accessible tone. Roberto Lumbreras's pen succeeds in maintaining narrative tension in a short format, ideal both for individual reading and for stage performance. It is a solid proposal for those looking for contemporary theater with literary and emotional substance.