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A dramatization of Longfellow's Hiawatha: A spectacular drama in six acts

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

** Witness the epic journey of a Native American hero as he strives to unite his people, face heartbreaking loss, and seek peace in a world of beauty and hardship.

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2022-01-12
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Summary

** "A dramatization of Longfellow's Hiawatha: A spectacular drama in six acts" by A. L. De Vine is a play inspired by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, retelling the story of the legendary Native American hero, Hiawatha, across six powerful acts. Called upon by the Great Spirit to unite his people, Hiawatha's journey unfolds from his early years and blossoming love for Minnehaha, through their joyous wedding celebration, to the sorrowful trials of famine and disease, and the devastating loss of Minnehaha. The play concludes with Hiawatha's touching farewell to his tribe as he seeks harmony and wisdom, offering a profound look at Native American life, blending its beauty with its struggles, and highlighting the universal themes of love, unity, and grief. **

About the Author

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator. His original works include the poems "Paul Revere's Ride", "The Song of Hiawatha", and "Evangeline". He was the first American to completely translate Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy and was one of the fireside poets from New England.

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