The Noble Spanish Soldier

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The Noble Spanish Soldier

by Thomas Dekker

EN·~1 hours·4 chapters

Chapters

4 total
1

This etext was produced by John Price, University College Worcester,

0:04
2

INTRODUCTION - THOMAS DEKKER

1:55
3

HISTORY OF THE NOBLE SPANISH SOLDIER ('NSS')

1:50:41
4

THE TEXT - DRAMATIS PERSONAE

0:49

Description

Set against the turbulent backdrop of early‑17th‑century Europe, the drama follows a proud Spanish officer whose sense of duty is tested by courtly machinations and forbidden passions. When a royal promise unravels, he finds himself caught between loyalty to his king and a love that could jeopardize his honor. The opening act weaves together battlefield valor, political intrigue, and the stark contrast between public expectation and private desire.

The play’s language is vivid and rhythmic, capturing the clash of swords and the whisper of conspiracies alike. Themes of honor, betrayal, and the cost of ambition unfold through richly drawn characters, from steadfast comrades to scheming nobles. Listeners will be drawn into a world where the line between heroism and tragedy blurs, promising a compelling listening experience that lingers long after the final curtain.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (108K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-09-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Thomas Dekker

Thomas Dekker

d. 1632

A lively Elizabethan and Jacobean playwright, pamphleteer, and poet, he is remembered for writing with energy, humor, and a sharp eye for everyday London life. His work brings the city’s streets, crowds, and anxieties vividly to the page.

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