Description
Habladme en entrando
Book Summary
Habladme en entrando is a Spanish Golden Age courtly comedy written by Tirso de Molina in 1625. The play addresses the education of children as its central theme, a recurring ethical concern in the author's work. Through an ingenious plot and complex characters, Tirso sets forth his vision on the fundamental role of upbringing in the character and destiny of individuals. The play combines entertainment, intrigue, and social criticism, offering a penetrating look at the customs of the Spanish court of the time.
What is it about?
The comedy revolves around the theme of the education of children, exploring how and what children should learn, as well as the impact of such formation on their behavior and ability to face life's challenges. Tirso de Molina uses intrigue and disguise, typical resources of courtly comedy, to portray the life and customs of the 17th-century Spanish court. However, beyond entertainment, the work offers an incisive critique of the social and moral norms of its time, reflecting one of the playwright's deepest ethical concerns.
Main themes
- Education as a fundamental tool in the formation of character and individual destiny.
- Criticism of the social and moral norms of the Spanish Golden Age court.
- The use of intrigue and disguise as dramatic devices to explore identity and appearances.
- Ethical responsibility in the upbringing and teaching of children.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at readers interested in classical Spanish theater, especially the courtly comedies of the Golden Age. It is also recommended for students and scholars of Spanish literature who wish to delve into Tirso de Molina's work beyond his most well-known figure, Don Juan. Likewise, it may appeal to those looking for works that combine dramatic entertainment with ethical and social reflections.
What this book contributes
- A profound vision of education and its influence on human development, from the perspective of a Golden Age classic.
- A representative example of courtly comedy, with its devices of intrigue, disguise, and social criticism.
- An opportunity to learn about a less explored facet of Tirso de Molina, beyond The Trickster of Seville.
- An ethical reflection on the customs and values of 17th-century Spanish society.
Technical specifications
- Author: de Molina, Tirso
- Publisher: Linkgua Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: CLASSICAL TEXTS, PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS
- Collection: THEATER
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2005
- Number of pages: 126
- Weight: 159 g
Editorial review
Habladme en entrando is a work that allows the reader to delve into Tirso de Molina's theater from a less well-known but equally rich perspective. Its focus on education and social criticism makes it a relevant piece for both academic study and literary enjoyment. The Linkgua edition, within its collection of classical theater, offers careful access to this Golden Age text, ideal for those wishing to expand their knowledge of the playwright and the courtly comedies of the era.