This author delves into the complexities of human nature and moral dilemmas. His work, often set against historical backdrops, is characterized by a keen insight into character motivations and internal conflicts. Through masterful language and carefully crafted plots, he draws readers into worlds where personal conviction clashes with external pressures. His dramatic output, achieving prominence in major theatrical districts, demonstrates a talent for capturing universal truths about the human experience.
Set in South America in the mid-18th century, this book tells the story of Rodrigo Mendoza, a soldier turned Jesuit lay brother. In the course of the story he must choose -- to obey the papal edict and leave his mission, or to fight the encroaching slave traders.
The classic play about Sir Thomas More, the Lord chancellor who refused to compromise and was executed by Henry VIII.
Er ist mutig, klug und voller Zuversicht: Sir Oblong-Fitz-Oblong, der kleine dicke Ritter mit dem großen Herzen. Er wagt es, ganz allein gegen den bösen Baron Bolligru zu kämpfen und zeigt dabei, dass man mit Freundlichkeit, Ruhe und mit einer großen Portion Grips weiter kommt als mit Zorn und Gewalt.
Hra o osudu a odsouzení sira Thomase Mora, který se nepodrobil králi Jindřichu VIII. , poněvadž by musil zradit svou víru a své svědomí, a šel raději dobrovolně na popravu.