Salome
Salome by Oscar Wilde is a striking drama published by Nick Hern in 2010, featuring 38 pages in English. This edition presents Wilde’s powerful tragedy where the ancient myth intertwines with the decadence of the twentieth century. The narrative centers around Salome, the stepdaughter of King Herod, who agrees to perform the enigmatic Dance of the Seven Veils in exchange for the head of Iokanaan, also known as John the Baptist.
Readers will encounter a rich exploration of themes rooted in drama and European literature. The play, originally written in French to circumvent censorship, premiered in Paris in 1896 and reflects Wilde’s unique style and perspective. This edition includes new introductions by Trevor R. Griffiths and Ben Power, providing additional context and insight into the work’s significance. Salome remains a notable piece within Wilde’s oeuvre, distinct from his more widely recognized comedies.
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The savage power of ancient myth collides with twentieth-century decadence in Oscar Wilde’s astonishing tragedy.
Salome, stepdaughter of King Herod, agrees to perform the mysterious and erotic Dance of the Seven Veils – but demands in return the head of the King’s most infamous prisoner, Iokanaan (John the Baptist).
To avoid censorship by the Lord Chamberlain, Wilde originally wrote Salome in French, and it premiered in Paris in 1896, while he was in prison. The play was finally seen in London in 1906, but has yet to gain the massive popularity of his comedies.
This edition of Salome, published alongside a UK tour by Headlong in 2010, includes new introductions by the academic Trevor R. Griffiths and Ben Power of Headlong.
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