Amadeus: A Play

Amadeus: A Play

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Aug 7, 2001 · English · Paperback (160 pages)
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Format Paperback
Pages 160
Language English
Published Aug 7, 2001
Publisher Harper Perennial
Edition 1
ISBN-10 0060935499
ISBN-13 9780060935498

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Set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century Vienna, the story unfolds through the eyes of Antonio Salieri, a man whose genius is overshadowed by the meteoric rise of the young prodigy, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Salieri, deeply envious of Mozart's unmatched talent and carefree spirit, finds himself entangled in a web of ambition and resentment. His obsession drives him to devise manipulative schemes aimed at sabotaging his rival’s success, all while grappling with his own insecurities and questions of faith.

As the tension between the two composers escalates, the intricate dance of admiration and animosity takes center stage. Through sharp dialogue and exquisite character development, the narrative explores themes of creativity, the nature of genius, and the often-destructive power of envy. Salieri's plight becomes a tragic reflection of the lengths to which one might go when faced with feeling inadequate in an unforgiving world of artistry.

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