Punishment Without Revenge by Lope de Vega
In this classic work of Spanish Golden Age theatre, the narrative revolves around a complex web of love, honor, and vengeance within a noble household. The story unfolds as the Duke, a powerful and respected figure, discovers that his beloved son has fallen for the Duke's own mistress. This forbidden love affair ignites a tragic sequence of events, leading to an ultimate dilemma that tests the bounds of loyalty and justice. The Duke is faced with the harrowing task of upholding his honor while dealing with the conflicting emotions towards his son and his own paramour, culminating in a dramatic exploration of the human struggle between passion and duty.
The 15644th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1631
- Nationality
- Spanish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-120
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- Alternate Titles
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- Castigo sin Venganza
- Punishment Without Revenge
- Punishment Without Vengeance
- The Punishment Without Revenge
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