Gyges und sein Ring

Language: GermanPublished: May 1, 2003

Subjects:

Gyges, King of Lydia, -approximately 648 B.C.Drama

Bookshelves:

Fiction Literature DE Drama

Authors:

Hebbel, Friedrich
1813 - 1863

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In Friedrich Hebbel's "Gyges und sein Ring," a gripping five-act tragedy, readers are transported to a prehistorical and mythological world where power, desire, and fate collide. The narrative centers around Kandaules, the king of Lydia, his wife Rhodope, and Gyges, a Greek whose life takes a dramatic turn when he comes into possession of a mysterious ring. This enigmatic ring holds the power to render its wearer invisible, leading to a series of events that challenge notions of morality and consequence. Ideal for literature enthusiasts and students of German drama, this timeless work delves deep into the complexities of human nature and the repercussions of unchecked power.