num_pages: 101
description: A king is suspicious of his son's role in an impending revolution. Considered one of the outstanding Spanish dramas of all-time, this 17th-century allegory explores the mysteries of human destiny, the illusory nature of existence, and the struggle between predestination and free will. Includes an excellent new English translation, with an informative introduction and footnotes.
language: Spanish; Castilian
title: Life Is a Dream
titlecomplete: Life Is a Dream
characters: Basílio, Clotaldo, Segismundo, Rosaura
genres: Literature, Theatre, Drama, Spain, Fiction, Classics, School, Spanish Literature, Plays, Poetry
ratings_count: 22677
places: Poland
publisher: Barron