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The Knight of Olmedo

Lope de Vega
sp. El caballero de Olmedo · 1620
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Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

  • The work is based on a popular Spanish ballad, giving it a folkloric flavor.
  • The main character, Don Alonso, is portrayed as the ideal knight, embodying virtues and honor.
  • The plot revolves around the tragic love between Don Alonso and Doña Inés, making the play one of the most romantic in Spanish literature.
  • The play explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and fate, giving it a deep philosophical undertone.
  • One of the key moments is the prediction of the main character's death, creating an atmosphere of inevitable tragedy.
The Knight of Olmedo
Date of publication: 29 July 2024
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Author: 
Lope de Vega
Original title: sp. El caballero de Olmedo · 1620
Genre: Drama
Content: 
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