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The Winter's Tale: resumen de Act 4, Scene 2

Act 4, Scene 2 de 15 · 3 min para leer el scene

In Act 4, Scene 2, Camillo asks to return to Sicilia, but Polixenes insists that he stay and help investigate Prince Florizel’s frequent absences from court. Suspecting that a shepherd’s daughter attracts his son, Polixenes proposes a visit in disguise, and Camillo agrees to accompany him.

Qué sucede

  1. Camillo asks to return home after fifteen years, citing his wish for burial there and his repentant king’s summons.
  2. Polixenes refuses, stresses his dependence on Camillo, and recalls the losses suffered by the king of Sicilia.
  3. Camillo and Polixenes discuss Prince Florizel’s absences and reduced attention to princely duties.
  4. Polixenes reports that his son frequently visits a shepherd whose unexpected wealth attracts notice.
  5. Suspecting the shepherd’s daughter attracts Florizel, Polixenes asks Camillo to investigate with him in disguise; Camillo agrees.

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En este scene

PolixenesCamilloFlorizel

En qué fijarte

Polixenes uses his dependence on Camillo to oppose the request to leave. Gratitude becomes pressure to continue serving him.

Comprobación rápida

Why does Polixenes plan to visit the shepherd in disguise?

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