{"product_id":"9788496428546","title":"The Great Sultana","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Great Sultana\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comedy by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra transports the reader to the Constantinople of 1600, where historical reality intertwines with fiction. The work tells the fascinating story of Catalina de Oviedo, a Christian slave who awakens the love of the great Turkish sultan Murad III. The monarch, captivated by her, not only frees her and marries her but also allows her to maintain her Christian beliefs and customs. Cervantes offers a unique vision of the Islamic world, exploring themes of love, power, and religious tolerance in a context of captivity and the encounter between cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great Sultana Doña Catalina de Oviedo is a comedy set in the court of the Ottoman Empire. The plot focuses on the romance between Sultan Murad III and the Christian captive Catalina de Oviedo. Unlike other captivity narratives, Cervantes presents a story where the powerful sultan's love leads to liberation and marriage, while respecting the protagonist's religious and cultural identity. The work is part of the group of Cervantine comedies that address the relationship between the Christian and Islamic worlds, offering a complex and nuanced portrait of the \"other.\" Through dialogues and situations, it explores the characters' internal conflicts, the power dynamics in the harem, and the possibilities of understanding between different worldviews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove as a redemptive force that transgresses cultural and religious barriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCaptivity and freedom, not only physical but also of conscience and faith.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe encounter and coexistence between the Christian and Islamic worlds in the 17th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReligious tolerance and respect for the customs of others in an unequal power relationship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe literary representation of the Ottoman Empire and the figure of the \"Moor\" in Golden Age theater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is intended for readers interested in the classics of Spanish literature, especially Golden Age theater and Miguel de Cervantes' work beyond Don Quixote. It will also be of great appeal to those who study intercultural relations, the history of the Mediterranean, and representations of Islam in Western literature. It is an ideal read for students of literature, history, and the humanities, as well as any lover of classical theater who wishes to discover a lesser-known facet of the Cervantine genius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn alternative and humanist vision of the encounter between cultures, far from the Manichaean stereotypes of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe pleasure of reading a comedy by Cervantes, with his characteristic mastery of dialogue, character construction, and humor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA valuable historical perspective on the relations between the Spain of Philip II and the Ottoman Empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep reflection on identity, faith, and the capacity to love beyond the differences imposed by society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: CLASSIC TEXTS, PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: THEATER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEdition date: December 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 249 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great Sultana is a fundamental work for understanding the complexity of Cervantes' thought regarding otherness. Far from being a simple captivity comedy, the play stands out for its respectful and non-Manichaean treatment of the figure of the sultan and the Islamic world. For the modern reader, it offers a unique opportunity to access a classic text that connects with contemporary debates on intercultural dialogue and tolerance, presented with the literary mastery of the author of Don Quixote. Its paperback format makes it an accessible option for students and fans of classical theater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405950017883,"sku":"9788496428546","price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849642854.jpg?v=1781834725","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788496428546","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}