The Mighty Magician by Pedro Calderón de la Barca

"The Mighty Magician" is a captivating tale of love, deception, and the supernatural set in a mythical version of the Middle Ages. The story revolves around the powerful magician Cyprian, who falls desperately in love with the beautiful Justina. Despite his command over dark forces and his pact with the devil, Cyprian finds his spells useless against Justina's virtuous heart and Christian faith. As the drama unfolds, the magician is torn between his desire for earthly love and the realization of the higher spiritual truths that Justina embodies. The play explores themes of redemption, the conflict between good and evil, and the ultimate power of faith over magic.

The 6951st greatest book of all time


Published
1637
Nationality
Spanish
Type
Fiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
Unknown
Original Language
Spanish

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