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Paolo and Francesca

Stephen Phillips

Paolo and Francesca

Paolo and Francesca

Stephen Phillips

Paolo and Francesca is a play by Stephen Phillips, based on the tragic love story originally depicted by Dante in the 'Divine Comedy'. Written in the early 20th century, the play explores the themes of forbidden love and betrayal through the lives of Paolo Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini, who are caught in a doomed romance. Notable for its lyrical verse, Phillips' adaptation brings a fresh perspective to this classic tale of passion and tragedy.

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