La Ronde (Bentley)
by Eric Bentley, Arthur Schnitzler

Name: La Ronde (Bentley)
Brand: Eric Bentley
SKU: 9780573611926
Rating: 3.6 (8 reviews)

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Highlights

Female

Male

Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers find 'La Ronde' to be a provocative exploration of sexual dynamics and relationships through its unique structure of interconnected scenes. Many appreciate its historical significance, as it was considered scandalous when first written, yet feel that some aspects might seem repetitive or superficial today. Overall, the play remains engaging, prompting thoughtful discussion about its themes and social commentary.

Unique exploration of sexualityProvocative and engagingClever structure and writingSome parts feel repetitiveCharacters lack depth

Synopsis

By the author of the classic romantic romp The Loves of Anatol , Schnitzler's popular roundelay of love in old Vienna is told in ten interwoven scenes: two characters appear in each and one of these moves into the next.

The soldier of the first scene leaves a prostitute to appear in the next scene with a parlor maid.

The maid then departs to be with her wealthy employer.

He, in turn, receives his mistress, a certain married lady.

The next scene is reveals the married lady and her husband and then the husband meets a street girl at a private cafe.

This girl and her poet lover, the poet and the actress, the actress and the count, and finally the count and the prostitute bring the evening full circle.