{"product_id":"9788498162981","title":"The Punished Friendship","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Punished Friendship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comedy by Juan Ruiz de Alarcón transports the reader to the Syracuse of Dion, where love, ambition, and betrayal intertwine in a plot of honor and disillusionment. Ricardo manages to marry Dion's daughter after overcoming numerous obstacles, but his friendship with Filipo breaks when the latter, blinded by power, betrays him. The play explores the consequences of disloyalty and the fragility of human bonds in the face of political ambition, offering a timeless reflection on justice and the fall of the powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in ancient Syracuse, under the reign of Dion, known for his famous friendship with the philosopher Plato, the play tells the story of Ricardo, who, after many adversities, succeeds in marrying the monarch's daughter. However, this happiness is threatened by Filipo, a friend of Ricardo who, driven by the ambition for power and glory, betrays him. The plot takes a turn when Filipo loses his legitimacy to rule and is deposed under threat of death, demonstrating how betrayal and unchecked ambition lead to punishment and the loss of everything gained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and betrayal in the context of political power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAmbition as the driver of disloyalty and personal downfall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove and marriage as rewards after adversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eJustice and moral and political punishment for the usurpation of power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReflection on legitimate government and tyranny in ancient Syracuse.\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 classical theater of the Spanish Golden Age, especially those who appreciate comedies of intrigue with a historical and philosophical backdrop. It is also suitable for students and scholars of literature, as well as anyone who enjoys plots where honor, friendship, and ambition clash in a setting of power and morality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into Golden Age theater through the pen of one of its great playwrights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA classic plot of love, betrayal, and justice that invites reflection on human nature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe historical and philosophical context of the Syracuse of Dion and Plato, enriched by theatrical fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA neat and accessible hardcover edition, ideal for collectors and fans of the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Ruiz de Alarcón, Juan\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Theater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: April 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Punished Friendship is a comedy representative of Juan Ruiz de Alarcón's talent, combining the structure of classical theater with a profound exploration of loyalty and power. Its historical setting in the Syracuse of Dion adds a layer of philosophical interest, while the conflict between Ricardo and Filipo maintains dramatic tension. This hardcover edition, within Linkgua's Theater collection, offers a solid and manageable presentation, ideal for those seeking to rediscover the classics of the Golden Age in a neat and accessible format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405892051291,"sku":"9788498162981","price":8.74,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849816298.jpg?v=1781834397","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498162981","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}