The Dog in the Manger

Main Ideas

• Love and social barriers: At the heart of the plot is the love between Countess Diana and her secretary Teodoro, which faces social barriers and prejudices.
• Jealousy and doubts: Diana experiences jealousy and doubts about Teodoro's feelings, leading to numerous misunderstandings and conflicts.
• Playing with emotions: Characters often manipulate each other's feelings, creating tension and dramatic situations.
• Social roles and status: The play explores issues of social status and roles, and how they affect personal relationships and destinies.
• Conflict between duty and desire: Characters face an internal conflict between their duties and personal desires.