The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 27, March 1893 by Various
"The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 27, March 1893" by Various is a collection of literary and artistic works that captures the essence of Victorian and Edwardian culture during the late 19th century. This issue features a gripping tale titled "A Game of Chess," set in the palatial surroundings of the Escurial where King Philip II of Spain engages in a high-stakes chess match with Ruy Lopez. The ensuing narrative delves intothemes of power, justice, and morality as the fate of a nobleman condemned for treason hangs in the balance. The opening of the magazine presents an intense chess game between King Philip II and Ruy Lopez, which quickly becomes a backdrop for a deeper political and personal conflict. The atmosphere is tense, filled with expectations and the weight of courtly privilege. As the King’s decision regarding the condemned Duke unfolds, Ruy Lopez faces an ethical dilemma that intertwines his fate with that of his opponent. The tale escalates with dramatic developments surrounding the execution of the Duke, crafting a rich tableau of loyalty, betrayal, and the human condition as the characters navigate their precarious positions within the tapestry of royal intrigue. This fascinating blend of history and fiction invites readers to explore the complex interplay of duty and conscience in a strikingly visual and narrative style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Newnes, George, 1851-1910 |
| Title | The Strand Magazine, Vol. 05, Issue 27, March 1893 An Illustrated Monthly |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Victorian/Edwardian Pictorial Magazines, Jonathan Ingram, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Short stories, English -- Periodicals |
| Subject | English literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30222 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 132 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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