1980
First performed: April 22, 1902
CRAWFORD'S DEDICATION TO THE 1902 FRENCH EDITION
A MADAME SARAH BERNHARDT QUI PAR SA MAGIE CRÉATRICE A RÉINCARNÉ APRÉS SIX CENTS ANS L'AME DE FRANCESCA CHE PIANGE E DICE
In Memoriam Rev. Montague Summers (1880 – 1948)
Dramatis Personae
GIOVANNI MALATESTA (Gianciotto). Aged 40
PAOLO MALATESTA His brother, aged 35 – 39 (about)
FRANCESCA Gianciotto's wife, aged 32. Married 15 years
CONCORDIA Their daughter, aged 14
A GAOLER
FIRST SOLDIER
SECOND SOLDIER
A PAGE
A SENESCHAL
SOLDIERS, ATTENDANTS, AND OTHERS
GIOVANNI MALATESTA, (Jan le Stropiat), quarante ans.
MM. DE MAX.
PAOLO MALATESTA, Son frère, de trente-cinq à trente-neuf ans.
PIERRE MAGNIER.
PREMIER SOLDAT,
KRAUSS.
LE JARDINIER,
BARRY.
DEUXIÈME SOLDAT,
JEAN DARA.
LE GEOLIER,
CAUROY.
LE SÉNÉCHAL,
PIRON.
UN VIEUX SERVITEUR,
DE NUEVILLE.
PREMIÈRE FEMME,
Mme PATHY.
DEUXIÈME FEMME,
Mme BOULANGER.
UN PAGE,
SIMONSON.
LA VOIX DE BÉATRICE,
Mme SAVELLI.
CONCORDIA, Fille de Giovanni et de Francesco, quatorze ans.
YVONNE DE BRAY.
TROISIÈME FEMME,
GERMAIN.
TIME — 1289
PLACE — THE MALATESTA CASTLE AT RIMINI
ACT I
FRANCESCA'S ROOM. MORNING. JUNE
ACT II
CASTLE COURT. SAME DAY
ACT III
A GARDEN. TWO MONTHS LATER. AFTERNOON
ACT IV
FRANCESCA'S ROOM. NO INTERVAL OF TIME
PLAYERS OF THE PROLOGUE
PAOLO MALATESTA.
GIOVANNI MALATESTA.
AN OLD SERVANT.
FRANCESCA.
FIRST WOMAN.
SECOND WOMAN.
THIRD WOMAN.
The action of the prologue takes place in 1275; that of the play in 1289, The scene is the Castle of Verruchio, near Rimini.
PROLOGUE: A parlor of the castle. FIRST ACT: The room of Francesca. Spring morning. SECOND ACT: The castle courtyard. Same day. THIRD ACT: A garden. Two months later. Afternoon. FOURTH ACT: The room of Francesca. Same day.
A large parlor of the castle of Verruchio, near Rimini. Upstage, to the left, a door opening into the bedroom of Francesca. Upstage, to the right, weapons and full suits of armour. To the right, on the first level, a large window with inside shutters. Upstage, at an angle to the left, a niche with a large statue of the Virgin, of painted wood. On each side a vase containing autumn flowers. Above the niche, a suspended lamp, from which shines a faint light. Door to the left, on the first level. On the right, second level, small door opening on to Giovanni's apartment .
Large table and large oak chair. Two square stools. Two large chests of sculptured wood on which are thrown bear and wolf skins. The room is plunged in semi-darkness. By the open door of the bedchamber a light can be perceived .
At the rise of the curtain, the First Woman, aged, is seated on the stool near the table. The Second Woman pulls out from two trunks pieces of silk, lace, etc. The Third Woman enters by the open door of the bedchamber and helps the first two; during the dialogue she goes and comes, carrying the materials to the bedchamber. (Music in the distance .)
SCENE ONE
FIRST WOMAN, SECOND WOMAN, THIRD WOMAN
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( Music of soft string instruments; the voice of Francesca is heard, laughing. A feeble light illuminates the door. The three women place themselves on each side and wait .)
SCENE II
THE SAME, THEN FRANCESCA, PAOLO, TWO WOMEN, AND TWO MEN
( Enter Paolo, leading Francesca by the hand. Two Women and Two Men follow them with candles, which they place in the candelabra of forged iron. The music outside is heard a bit louder .)
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SCENE III
FRANCESCA, PAOLO, THEN THE WOMEN AND THE OLD SERVANT
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( Paolo delays a moment, then, with effort, goes straight to the door without turning around. Francesca, alone, sighs, rises, goes slowly and regretfully toward her bedchamber, turns, then seemingly suddenly resolved to forget, directs her steps toward the statue of the Virgin and clasps her hands before the image .)
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( Her voice is lost now in higher murmur. While she prays the First Woman enters from her bedchamber .)
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( Scarcely have they left than the Old Servant enters through the little door to the right, carrying a coat of mail, a helmet, and arms. He advances with precaution, listening in the direction of the bedchamber, then, he puts down his burdens in their proper place. He passes to the left, extinguishing one of the wax candles and takes the second, still lighted. At the instant he takes the extinguisher to put out the night-light, the First Woman enters .)
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( The Servant accompanies her with his torch. She finds the veil at the place where Francesca was seated. The Servant quickly directs himself toward Giovanni's door, leaving that door agape. The First Woman opens the door of Francesca's bedchamber and is seen in the light. The Second Women is on the point of leaving .)
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SCENE IV
GIOVANNI, THEN FRANCESCA
The Voice of the from the interior:
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( The two Women enter, carrying torches. They laugh, looking behind them and go out to the left. The stage is in almost complete darkness, except for the moonlight filtering in through the half-closed blinds of the window. Just as the women close the door, Francesca enters in a white nightgown .)
( At the same moment Giovanni enters, by the door of his bedchamber. He encounters Francesca, his face seen by the light of the moon .)
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CURTAIN
ACT I
Francesca's room. Gothic architecture. Double door , C., with large ornamented iron bolt plainly visible when curtains are drawn back. Windows , L. 1 and 2 and L. U. C. ( the latter narrow without steps ). Small arched door , L. 1. R. C., an open alcove, showing curtained bed . R. 2, large Gothic fireplace. Floor, black and white pavement. Down L., a high-backed Gothic settle for two — a footstool. The windows are high, and reached by steps, so that a man standing on the highest step of window , L. 2, looks over the settle. As curtain rises, birds are singing outside and the morning sun falls through L. C. window. During the act, the sun moves slowly to fall through windows L. 1 and L. 2.
SCENE I.
— CONCORDIA discovered .
( looking in between curtains , C., calling ).
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Enter GIOVANNI, C., softly, as if trying to surprise her . CONCORDIA listens, smiles, puts her hands out behind her for him to take. He catches them and holding them kisses her on her head. She laughs happily .
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SCENE II
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Enter PAOLO, standing in the doorway , C. He watches the two in silence .
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Enter FRANCESCA, L.
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SCENE III
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[FRANCESCA shrinks visibly and exchanges a glance with PAOLO. She presses CONCORDIA to her with her right hand .
(GIOVANNI. FRANCESCA. CONCORDIA. PAOLO.)
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[PAOLO draws CONCORDIA away lest she should say more .
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[FRANCESCA turns away , L. GIOVANNI stands looking after her, evidently in deep thought . FRANCESCA sits on bench, takes up book, pretends to read. During the exchange of words PAOLO and CONCORDIA have gone up stage .
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FRANCESCA looks towards them .
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Exit PAOLO, C.
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Her expression grows dreamy as she looks away .
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He draws his dagger, unseen by FRANCESCA and holds it behind him. With his left hand he takes her wrist, but not roughly. He speaks in a low, tender voice .
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He draws her to him with his left hand and raises the dagger with his right behind her neck — she closes her eyes .
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He holds her wrist, his dagger uplifted .
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She now thrusts herself forward, grasps his hand with the dagger, and tries to place it against her breast .
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( looks at her a moment, then forgetting his dagger he turns on his heel and goes towards the door with bent head and uncertain steps. Gently ).
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
She watches him, bends her head a little .
Exit GIOVANNI.
( alone — sinks upon the bench , L, still looking towards the door ).
Contains
194 words
in
11 sentences
using
1049 chars
.
A pause — she is deep in thought .
Contains
58 words
in
3 sentences
using
297 chars
.
She hears PAOLO'S step, inaudible to the audience at first. She listens, and her expression becomes one of perfect happiness .
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
[PAOLO enters silently through the open door, smiles and closes it carefully behind him. She does not rise, but holds out her hands to him. He comes to her and kneels before her and kisses her hands. She then presses his head with both hands and slowly bends her face to his .
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
45 chars
.
Contains
36 words
in
3 sentences
using
161 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
1 sentence
using
104 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
3 sentences
using
105 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
135 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
88 words
in
5 sentences
using
516 chars
.
( interrupting as he pauses ).
Contains
29 words
in
3 sentences
using
149 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Contains
45 words
in
3 sentences
using
250 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
44 chars
.
Contains
116 words
in
5 sentences
using
583 chars
.
( smiling ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
( vehemently ).
Contains
119 words
in
5 sentences
using
595 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
130 words
in
9 sentences
using
630 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
67 words
in
4 sentences
using
345 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
( pointing to a page of the book ).
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
63 chars
.
( very softly ).
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
70 chars
.
( turning away smiling ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
( after a time ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
They sit in silence a moment .
( from the courtyard ).
Contains
10 words
in
3 sentences
using
51 chars
.
( without ).
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
36 chars
.
[PAOLO goes to window . FRANCESCA listens intently .
( without, screaming ).
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Silence — PAOLO looks out .
( starting to her feet ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
( coming back from the window ).
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
64 chars
.
( going towards the window ).
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
( looking out of L. U. window ).
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
74 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
85 chars
.
( starting a little ).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
( annoyed at his mistake ).
Contains
21 words
in
3 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
( rising again ).
Contains
30 words
in
2 sentences
using
140 chars
.
( has caught her hand and draws her back ).
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
106 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Enter CONCORDIA at the door , C.
( calling ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
[CONCORDIA hesitates, then disappears .
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
( speaks fast and draws her back to the bench ).
Contains
38 words
in
3 sentences
using
203 chars
.
( indifferent ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
( surprised ).
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
29 chars
.
( troubled ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
( controlling emotions ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
( rising ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
( remains seated ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
( walks slowly up and down ).
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
49 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
( his foot strikes the dagger on the floor ).
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
( a moment's pause — then collecting herself ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
PAOLO shows dagger .
Contains
38 words
in
5 sentences
using
189 chars
.
Contains
37 words
in
3 sentences
using
184 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
( suddenly ).
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
78 chars
.
( quietly ).
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
31 chars
.
( turning upon her ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
( indifferently ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Sound of scuffle in the yard .
( screaming ).
Contains
15 words
in
4 sentences
using
74 chars
.
[PAOLO and FRANCESCA listen a moment .
Contains
4 words
in
3 sentences
using
34 chars
.
Enter CONCORDIA, much frightened .
( moving forward ).
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
26 chars
.
Exit PAOLO, rushing past CONCORDIA.
The scuffle continues without. Then silence .
SCENE IV.
( in strong emotion, trying to control herself ).
Contains
58 words
in
5 sentences
using
281 chars
.
She throws herself upon the bench .
( in great distress, kneels beside her ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
CURTAIN.
ACT II
A court in the castle seen diagonally, the right angle at C. It is enclosed by a portico on R., having three arches, under each of which is a doorway closed by a curtain; on L. a covered loggia with three arches of same order, open to the country beyond and showing view , L. 1. From behind the pillar supporting the first arch, there is an entrance, supposed to lead from the prison of the castle to the loggia. There is a step from stage is the narrow platform before portico. The pedestals of the loggia columns , L., stand on square blocks of same height as step , R. ( in order to make arches of same height on both sides ). A chair of state, with a red cushion, on steps before middle arch , R., and two or three seats beside it. In the middle of the stage a stone well with wrought-iron yoke, chain and copper bucket, a stone step runs round the well .
SCENE I.
— Discovered TWO SOLDIERS, then GAOLER.
When the curtain rises a number of soldiers are lounging on the steps , R., playing dice and "morra." FIRST SOLDIER, his right arm bandaged, and a bandage over his head, is seated on steps of well . SECOND SOLDIER is drawing water .
( complaining ).
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
66 chars
.
( phlegmatic — slowly drawing up bucket ).
Contains
28 words
in
4 sentences
using
158 chars
.
Contains
28 words
in
2 sentences
using
132 chars
.
( holds the bucket for him to drink ).
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
59 chars
.
( after drinking long ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
( drinks, then sets bucket upon rim of well ).
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
68 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
3 sentences
using
60 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
53 chars
.
Enter GAOLER with an earthen water jar with a rope to it .
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
GAOLER lets down jar .
Contains
20 words
in
3 sentences
using
106 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
65 chars
.
( to 1ST SOLDIER).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
56 chars
.
( laughs stupidly at GAOLER).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
( roughly ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Moves away R. to other soldiers, leaving jar on rim of well .
SCENE II
— Enter PAOLO, R. SOLDIERS rise respectfully. He comes to well behind 1ST and 2D SOLDIERS, who do not see him .
( to 1ST SOLDIER).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
68 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
67 chars
.
( seizes the soldier by the collar, shakes him and pushes him away roughly ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
( scuttling away ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
( to 1ST SOLDIER).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
( sullenly ).
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
50 chars
.
( obsequious — taking the purse ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
( aside, turning away ).
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
( his right arm being wounded he holds the purse with his teeth and pulls the string with his left hand, and looks into it ).
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
74 chars
.
Pockets the purse, looking round to see if he has been observed .
( seeing chair of state. To GAOLER).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
1 sentence
using
165 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
( surprised ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
( impatiently ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
19 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
3 sentences
using
90 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
2 sentences
using
164 chars
.
Contains
36 words
in
3 sentences
using
169 chars
.
Enter GIOVANNI, attended .
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
40 chars
.
( to GAOLER).
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
62 chars
.
[GAOLER retires to L., taking water jar from well as he passes .
( to SOLDIERS).
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
37 chars
.
GAOLER and SOLDIERS off , L.
SCENE III
( Grave .)
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
75 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
41 chars
.
Contains
31 words
in
2 sentences
using
161 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Contains
36 words
in
4 sentences
using
196 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
3 sentences
using
236 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
45 words
in
3 sentences
using
257 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
1 sentence
using
115 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
57 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
53 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
3 sentences
using
109 chars
.
Enter FRANCESCA , R.
SCENE IV
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
( near chair — gently ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
( smiles, pleased by her tone ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
90 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
60 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Enter a PAGE.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
100 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
16 chars
.
Exit GIOVANNI and PAGE.
SCENE V
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
( coldly ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
( looking at him coldly ).
Contains
18 words
in
1 sentence
using
119 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
37 chars
.
( entreating ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
81 chars
.
( not fully understanding ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
55 words
in
4 sentences
using
281 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
35 words
in
2 sentences
using
195 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
81 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
( incredulous and scornful ).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
2 sentences
using
126 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
( bewildered ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
( incredulous ).
Contains
44 words
in
3 sentences
using
234 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
1 sentence
using
141 chars
.
( breaking out ).
Contains
112 words
in
7 sentences
using
542 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Exit FRANCESCA, R.
( alone ).
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Enter GIOVANNI and CONCORDIA, R. 2.
SCENE VI
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
80 chars
.
( trying to control his emotion ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Exit PAOLO, R.
SCENE VII
( coaxing ).
Contains
22 words
in
2 sentences
using
114 chars
.
( lovingly ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
34 chars
.
( in a low, frightened voice, looking round ).
Contains
8 words
in
4 sentences
using
56 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
47 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
47 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
( suddenly, very earnest ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
38 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
19 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
55 chars
.
( panting ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
61 chars
.
GIOVANNI shows deep emotion . CONCORDIA looks curiously at his face .
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
47 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
53 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
2 sentences
using
103 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
51 chars
.
( kissing him ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
Smiles, goes to R, looks back, waves her hand .
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Exit CONCORDIA.
SCENE VIII
— GIOVANNI alone. Then PAGE. He shows more emotion when he is alone — silent for a few seconds .
Contains
59 words
in
5 sentences
using
282 chars
.
Enter PAGE, R.
Contains
35 words
in
4 sentences
using
180 chars
.
SCENE IX.
Re-enter PAGE, L., followed by FIRST and SECOND SOLDIERS, GAOLER, and a SENESCHAL and others . PAGE crosses , R. and exits R. 3. GIOVANNI sits in chair of state .
GIOVANNI makes a sign to the SENESCHAL.
Contains
11 words
in
4 sentences
using
72 chars
.
( to GAOLER).
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
86 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
3 sentences
using
174 chars
.
Enter FRANCESCA and PAOLO from different doors , R.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
Contains
36 words
in
2 sentences
using
186 chars
.
( having listened intently ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
64 chars
.
( to PAOLO).
Contains
25 words
in
3 sentences
using
129 chars
.
( slightly embarrassed ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
( having watched him earnestly ).
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
66 chars
.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
46 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
102 chars
.
To GAOLER looks at PAOLO.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
67 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
60 chars
.
( looks at PAOLO).
( To GAOLER.)
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
( looks at PAOLO).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
70 chars
.
[GAOLER looks at PAOLO, who nods to him, unseen by the rest .
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Exit GAOLER, L., dejectedly .
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
16 words
in
1 sentence
using
73 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
22 chars
.
( coming forward shamefacedly, his bandages much reduced ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
30 chars
.
( after looking at PAOLO).
Contains
21 words
in
4 sentences
using
103 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Re-enter GAOLER.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
54 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
1 sentence
using
107 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
( to PAOLO).
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
( to GIOVANNI).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Enter four men , L., bearing a body, covered with a poor brown cloak .
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
65 chars
.
( to bearers ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
He comes down from the chair .
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
97 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
38 chars
.
( utters a strange cry, grasps PAOLO'S arm, evidently horrified, but trusting him again ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
( drops his hands and stares at the corpse ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
( after gazing long at the dead face, looks fixedly at PAOLO — in a tone of solemn command ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
CURTAIN
ACT III
An old garden under FRANCESCA'S windows. At back, two windows in rough stone wall. A sundial between the windows . R. the curve of a tower half overgrown with ivy and roses . L. a crenelated wall about eight feet high having an arched gate in the middle at L. 2. Smallish fruit trees, a box hedge , R. Stone seat near a tree, down L. R. 2, stone steps leading up to low door in tower . FRANCESCA'S windows are too high to be reached from the ground .
SCENE I.
— GIOVANNI and GARDENER discovered . GIOVANNI seated on stone seat , L. He watches the gardener, who stands on a ladder planted against a tree, pruning off twigs which fall to the ground .
( idly ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
( coming down ladder ).
Contains
21 words
in
1 sentence
using
104 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
12 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
27 chars
.
( taking ladder from tree ).
Contains
28 words
in
2 sentences
using
123 chars
.
Lays ladder behind hedge , R.
( watching him — musing ).
Contains
60 words
in
4 sentences
using
310 chars
.
Enter PAGE, L.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
72 chars
.
Enter first SOLDIER, L. in finer dress than in previous act, but travel-stained
( seeing him ).
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
70 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
52 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
104 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
( looks round, lowers voice ).
Contains
21 words
in
1 sentence
using
125 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
2 sentences
using
20 chars
.
Contains
25 words
in
3 sentences
using
129 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
92 chars
.
Leads the way out , L. Exit GIOVANNI and SOLDIER, who closes gate .
Enter PAOLO over wall , R. looking into garden cautiously .
SCENE II
Contains
26 words
in
3 sentences
using
128 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
29 chars
.
( with delight — very low seeing PAOLO).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
73 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
47 chars
.
( reappearing at window ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
[PAOLO kisses his hand, when she is already gone. Then he goes to tower door , R. and waits. Door opens inward . PAOLO tries to enter, but FRANCESCA gently pushes him back into the garden .
( taking her hand ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
( She puts her arm round his neck, in loving greeting. They are silent a while .)
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
64 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
72 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
2 sentences
using
105 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
( her head sinks upon his shoulder )
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
24 chars
.
( very anxiously ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
47 words
in
5 sentences
using
234 chars
.
( gloomily ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
74 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
( mechanically ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
( suspecting ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
6 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
( with an effort ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
( more and more horrified ).
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
( desperately ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
4 sentences
using
195 chars
.
( relieved ).
Contains
40 words
in
2 sentences
using
171 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
2 sentences
using
21 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
36 chars
.
Contains
61 words
in
4 sentences
using
294 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
Contains
86 words
in
8 sentences
using
385 chars
.
( interrupting ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
100 words
in
6 sentences
using
512 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
65 words
in
4 sentences
using
344 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
39 chars
.
Contains
40 words
in
2 sentences
using
191 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
47 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Pause .
( after a time ).
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
85 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
48 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
7 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
( understanding ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Drawing her to him .
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
35 chars
.
( kissing her ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
A slight rattling is heard at the gate. The lovers separate and listen .
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
16 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
75 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
36 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
13 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
110 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
69 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
Contains
71 words
in
4 sentences
using
337 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
73 chars
.
Contains
38 words
in
2 sentences
using
178 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
40 chars
.
Contains
57 words
in
4 sentences
using
274 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Contains
32 words
in
2 sentences
using
151 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
61 chars
.
Contains
46 words
in
5 sentences
using
212 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
( after a short pause ).
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
30 chars
.
( starting and pushing him into the tower door ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
( going in ).
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
32 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
3 sentences
using
36 chars
.
Exit PAOLO into tower R.
( above, crossing slowly , L.).
Contains
50 words
in
5 sentences
using
245 chars
.
Enter GIOVANNI.
( calm, pale, courteous ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
36 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
93 chars
.
( surprised ).
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
36 chars
.
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
51 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
2 sentences
using
55 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
26 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
59 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
2 sentences
using
86 chars
.
[GIOVANNI looking up at window , R. U. C.
Contains
15 words
in
1 sentence
using
73 chars
.
( glancing nervously at window ).
Contains
17 words
in
3 sentences
using
81 chars
.
They sit under tree , R. GIOVANNI turns his back to the window .
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
A pause .
( nervously ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
2 sentences
using
195 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
29 words
in
2 sentences
using
154 chars
.
[PAOLO looks cautiously out of window , R.U.C., sees that GIOVANNI is turned from him and listens. His face is very pale and shows that he follows the conversation .
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
3 sentences
using
49 chars
.
( surprised ).
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
17 chars
.
Contains
33 words
in
4 sentences
using
161 chars
.
( controlling her increasing fear ).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
44 chars
.
( looking at her and after a moment's pause ).
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
94 chars
.
( not sufficiently surprised, avoiding his eyes ).
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
( affecting not to notice ).
Contains
36 words
in
4 sentences
using
176 chars
.
( smiles faintly — indifferently ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
23 words
in
3 sentences
using
124 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
3 sentences
using
133 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
( nerving herself ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
35 words
in
2 sentences
using
204 chars
.
( indignant ).
Contains
28 words
in
4 sentences
using
171 chars
.
( calm ).
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
48 chars
.
[PAOLO cautiously draws the shutters of the window almost together, lest GIOVANNI should now turn and me him .
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
5 chars
.
( calmly walking slowly up and down before her ).
Contains
1 word
in
2 sentences
using
11 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
45 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
3 sentences
using
80 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
19 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
28 chars
.
He glances at window and sees that it is closed .
Contains
25 words
in
4 sentences
using
134 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
3 sentences
using
83 chars
.
Contains
27 words
in
2 sentences
using
145 chars
.
( who is now sure that there is some one in the room ).
Contains
61 words
in
4 sentences
using
296 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
61 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
8 chars
.
( grave ).
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
63 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
( same ).
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
74 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
( gravely nodding ).
Contains
4 words
in
2 sentences
using
17 chars
.
( recovering herself a little ).
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
138 chars
.
( surprised ).
Contains
7 words
in
2 sentences
using
45 chars
.
( calm ).
Contains
59 words
in
5 sentences
using
328 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
14 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
15 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
2 sentences
using
69 chars
.
( taking the defence boldly ).
Contains
66 words
in
5 sentences
using
346 chars
.
( grave ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
136 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
52 chars
.
Contains
60 words
in
4 sentences
using
312 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
1 sentence
using
89 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
90 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
1 sentence
using
168 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
42 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
57 chars
.
Contains
41 words
in
1 sentence
using
222 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
2 sentences
using
39 chars
.
Contains
20 words
in
1 sentence
using
84 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
24 chars
.
Contains
169 words
in
14 sentences
using
929 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Enter CONCORDIA, L.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
76 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
54 chars
.
Contains
26 words
in
1 sentence
using
124 chars
.
Contains
10 words
in
2 sentences
using
44 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
84 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
18 chars
.
Contains
22 words
in
3 sentences
using
101 chars
.
Contains
19 words
in
3 sentences
using
86 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
31 chars
.
( who has listened attentively — to FRANCESCA).
Contains
8 words
in
1 sentence
using
37 chars
.
( trying to laugh ).
Contains
11 words
in
2 sentences
using
64 chars
.
( disappointed ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
47 words
in
3 sentences
using
247 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
28 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
Contains
13 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
( looking up ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
2 sentences
using
71 chars
.
Contains
8 words
in
3 sentences
using
40 chars
.
( pointing to tower ).
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
23 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
2 sentences
using
23 chars
.
[CONCORDIA crosses , L. Exit , L.
GIOVANNI looks fixedly at FRANCESCA, then turns and walks a few steps .
( after a time )
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
9 chars
.
( turns to her ).
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
4 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
73 chars
.
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
41 chars
.
Contains
18 words
in
2 sentences
using
89 chars
.
Contains
30 words
in
3 sentences
using
155 chars
.
( with a gleam of hope ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
( suddenly ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
34 chars
.
( taken unawares ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
29 chars
.
( quietly ).
Contains
14 words
in
2 sentences
using
60 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
58 chars
.
Contains
3 words
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
3 sentences
using
64 chars
.
Contains
12 words
in
1 sentence
using
63 chars
.
( in terrible emotion ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
25 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
26 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
( draws her nearer. Then clasps her furiously in his arms ).
Contains
16 words
in
3 sentences
using
69 chars
.
[R. U. C. window closes sharply . GIOVANNI starts and looks at it an instant; kisses her once more .
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
10 chars
.
( half fainting, then slowly recovering and rising ).
Contains
2 words
in
1 sentence
using
10 chars
.
A flash of lightning followed almost instantly by a clap of thunder . FRANCESCA crosses herself, then hastens to the Tower. Exit , R. Rain falls in torrents .
Re-enter GIOVANNI, L. He runs across the stage close to the wall, stooping low, till he reaches the box hedge. As the curtain falls he is seen lifting the ladder left by the gardener .
CURTAIN
ACT IV
Interval of few minutes supposed . FRANCESCA'S room, windows closed, except L. U. C. window. Dim soft light. The storm is subsiding .
SCENE I.
PAOLO and FRANCESCA together . FRANCESCA is leaving the alcove as the curtain rises — her hand is on the hangings . PAOLO is already half way down stage — he stands facing audience, passing his hand over his forehead as if waking from a happy dream .
( dreamily ).
Contains
7 words
in
1 sentence
using
32 chars
.
( coming forward and laying her arm on his shoulder from behind ).
Contains
41 words
in
2 sentences
using
202 chars
.
She watches him as he goes up to open the window , L. 2.
Contains
11 words
in
1 sentence
using
51 chars
.
( opening ).
Contains
9 words
in
1 sentence
using
40 chars
.
Contains
24 words
in
1 sentence
using
116 chars
.
The sun streams in — standing in the sunlight .
Contains
25 words
in
2 sentences
using
117 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
Contains
14 words
in
1 sentence
using
71 chars
.
( drawing her to the bench ).
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
35 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
2 sentences
using
79 chars
.
Contains
15 words
in
3 sentences
using
68 chars
.
Contains
17 words
in
1 sentence
using
85 chars
.
Contains
9 words
in
3 sentences
using
42 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
20 chars
.
( reading ).
Contains
25 words
in
3 sentences
using
123 chars
.
( reading in a low voice ).
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
56 chars
.
Contains
4 words
in
1 sentence
using
21 chars
.
Contains
21 words
in
2 sentences
using
114 chars
.
Enter GIOVANNI noiselessly in the embrasure of the window , L. 2. His figure darkens the light .
Contains
10 words
in
1 sentence
using
43 chars
.
Contains
5 words
in
1 sentence
using
22 chars
.
GIOVANNI steals round bench to PAOLO'S end of it .
Contains
19 words
in
3 sentences
using
95 chars
.
As GIOVANNI strikes at PAOLO, FRANCESCA throws herself against the point and tries to force GIOVANNI back. She is mortally wounded and falls upon her knees by end of bench .
( stabbing PAOLO, who has tried to draw his sword ).
Contains
3 words
in
3 sentences
using
15 chars
.
[PAOLO falls, almost dead, into lower corner of bench . GIOVANNI crosses, steps back, gazes at him .
( dragging herself on her knees to see PAOLO'S face ).
Contains
2 words
in
2 sentences
using
13 chars
.
Contains
6 words
in
1 sentence
using
33 chars
.
FRANCESCA kisses him .
Contains
13 words
in
3 sentences
using
71 chars
.
Contains
1 word
in
1 sentence
using
11 chars
.
Clasps her. His arms relax .
Contains
9 words
in
2 sentences
using
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Falls forward across him. Silence . GIOVANNI retreats in horror towards door , C. FRANCESCA raises her head slowly, sees GIOVANNI, struggles to her feet, pressing one hand to her wound .
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Struggles with the pain of her wound .
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Struggling for breath .
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Sinks down again as her strength fails .
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Gathering her last strength .
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She kisses PAOLO. PAOLO dies .
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Dies .
[GIOVANNI covers his face, and tears back the bolt of the door as she speaks the last words .
CONCORDIA enters, sees the dead bodies, grasps her father's arm with both hands .
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( biding the bodies from her ).
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CURTAIN.