Blood Wedding by Federico García Lorca
"Blood Wedding" is a tragic play that delves into the themes of passion, family feuds, and societal norms. It tells the story of a bride who, torn between duty and desire, flees her own wedding with her former lover, Leonardo, who is married and from a feuding family. The narrative builds to a climax of inevitable tragedy as the bridegroom and Leonardo confront each other, leading to fatal consequences. The play explores deep emotions and the consequences of human actions, set against the backdrop of rural Spanish society, where honor and personal ties shape destinies.
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- Published
- 1933
- Nationality
- Spanish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 50-100
- Original Language
- Spanish
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- - Bodas de Sangre
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