Vera Or, The Nihilists

Oscar Wilde 지음

수아르 2024년 12월 06일 출간

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Oscar Wilde’s Vera; Or, The Nihilists, written in the late 19th century, is a drama consisting of a prologue and four acts. Set against the backdrop of political turmoil and revolutionary fervor in Russia, the play centers on Vera Sabouroff, her dedication to the Nihilist cause, and the complex characters surrounding her as they resist the oppression of the Tsarist regime.
The prologue opens in a Russian inn where Vera’s father, Peter, and a peasant, Michael, anxiously await her return. Through their conversation, we learn about Vera’s brother, Dmitri, who went to Moscow to fight for liberty but has since been imprisoned as a Nihilist. Tension rises when soldiers arrive, leading a group of prisoners in chains into the inn. Vera’s deep compassion for the condemned reveals her unwavering commitment to their cause. When she discovers that one of the prisoners is her brother Dmitri, her resolve to seek revenge against the oppressive regime solidifies. At the same time, she vows to never lose hope for Russia’s liberation.
The prologue intertwines personal pain with political struggle, setting the stage for the unfolding drama of revolution. Wilde’s Vera; Or, The Nihilists is a powerful tale of love, sacrifice, and an unyielding desire for freedom.

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PROLOGUE.
ACT I.
ACT II.
ACT III.
ACT IV.
CORRECTIONS AND ADDITIONS.

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저자(글) Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish writer and playwright renowned for his wit and sharp social commentary. Born in Dublin, he excelled at Oxford and became a leading figure in London’s literary circles. His works, including The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest, challenged Victorian norms and celebrated aestheticism. Despite his success, Wilde faced imprisonment for his same-sex relationships, which marked a tragic turn in his life. After his release, he lived in exile in France, where he wrote the reflective The Ballad of Reading Gaol. Wilde passed away in 1900, leaving a legacy as a literary icon and a symbol of resistance to societal conventions.