Phaedra
Phaedra is a tragedy written by Jean Racine in 1677, inspired by Euripides' Hippolytus. Set in the court of Louis XIV, the play explores themes of forbidden love and social taboos, focusing on Phaedra's illicit passion for her stepson, Hippolytus. Notably, Racine's work features a unique structure where each scene begins with a character's entrance or exit, eliminating traditional stage directions. This innovative approach contributes to the play's continuous action throughout each act.
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