Bianca Cappello Kinney, Elizabeth Clementine Dodge Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Elizabeth Clementine Dodge Kinney, 1810 – 1889 Bianca Cappello: A Tragedy by Elizabeth C. Kinney New York Hurd and Houghton 146 p. Patriarch d'Aquilea 1st Citizen Servant Serguidi Costanza Buonaventuri 2nd Citizen Ricci Messenger Usher Clown 1st Tradesman Musician Harlequin Pietro 1st Brigand 2nd Tradesman Cardinal de Medici Francesco Madame Mandragoni Guard Mandragoni Fra Fortunato Archduchess of Austria Bianca Cappello Prince Regent Giovanni Anne Tragedy Verse Drama History Verse data extraction from source 1873
SOME OF THE HISTORICAL AUTHORITIES FOR THE FACTS OF THE DRAMA. Napier's Florentine History . Florence et ses Vicissitudes . By Monsieur Delécluse. L'Osserratore Fiorentino . Memorie di Bianca Cappello . By Stefano Tieozzi, etc., etc.
PERSONS OF THE DRAMA . Francesco , Prince Regent, afterwards Grand Duke of Florence, and son of Cosimo de Medici . Ferdinando , Cardinal de Medici, brother of Francesco . Serguidi , minister, and confidant of the Prince Regent . Fra Fortunato , a monk, confidant of Ferdinando . Bartolomeo Cappello , a Venetian nobleman, and father of Bianca . Patriarch d'Aquilea , his brother . Roberto Ricci , a noble Florentine . Mandragoni , maèstro of the ducal palace . Buonaventuri , humble Citizen of Florence . Pietro , his son . Giovanni , servant of the Cardinal . Jeanne , Archduchess of Austria, wife of Francesco . Bianca Cappello , wife of Pietro . Madame Mandragoni , wife of the maèstro . Costanza , wife of Buonaventuri, and mother of Pietro . Anne , Austrian maid of the Archduchess . Citizens, servants, etc.
[Act I]
I. Scene Grand Canal by moonlight . Bartolomeo Cappello and Patriarch d'Aquilea issue hastily from a palace, conversing in an excited manner . Aquilea .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

Cappello .

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 261 chars .

Aquilea .

Contains 93 words in 11 sentences using 490 chars .

Going . Cappello . Following .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

They enter together a gondola in waiting, and depart .
II. Scene Florence Mean apartment in the house ofBuonaventuri. Costanzaengaged in arranging the room . Costanza .

Contains 64 words in 3 sentences using 335 chars .

EnterBuonaventuri . Buonaventuri .

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 225 chars .

Costanza .

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

Buonaventuri .

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

EnterPietroandBianca : the parents encounter and embrace them . Buonaventuri . To Bianca .

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 164 chars .

Costanza . To Bianca .

Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 209 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 258 chars .

Weeps; Costanza embraces her . Pietro . To his parents .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 165 chars .

Bianca . To Pietro , assuming a gay smile .

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

Buonaventuri . Taking Bianca by the hand .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

Exeunt .
III. Scene The Same A small chamber, the bed hidden by a curtain: enterCostanza , with a light in her hand, followed by Bianca . Costanza .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

Costanza . Putting down the light, and approaching to aid her .

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 215 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Kissing her . Costanza . Going .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 109 words in 10 sentences using 583 chars .

Disappears behind the curtain .
IV. Scene The Same Morning. Mean apartment as in Scene II . Bianca alone, regarding herself in a small mirror . Bianca .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

EnterPietrowith open letters in his hand . Pietro .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Bianca . Rising excitedly .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 182 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 94 words in 3 sentences using 488 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 193 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 119 words in 6 sentences using 611 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

Kisses her forehead and departs . Bianca . Alone .

Contains 111 words in 7 sentences using 592 chars .

Exit .
V. Scene The Same Cabinet in the royal palace. Enter thePrince RegentandSerguidi . Prince . Sitting down .

Contains 53 words in 2 sentences using 277 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 124 words in 4 sentences using 668 chars .

Prince .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 85 words in 3 sentences using 463 chars .

Prince .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 50 words in 3 sentences using 269 chars .

Prince .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 75 words in 3 sentences using 392 chars .

Prince .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 57 words in 3 sentences using 332 chars .

Prince .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

Prince .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 89 words in 4 sentences using 492 chars .

Prince .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

Prince .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 79 words in 3 sentences using 400 chars .

Prince .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Rising . Serguidi .

Contains 52 words in 6 sentences using 278 chars .

Exit .
VI. Scene The Same A lonely street, in sight of a church. Enter rapidlyCostanzaandBianca , on their way to vespers . Costanza .

Contains 61 words in 3 sentences using 317 chars .

The bell sounds . Bianca .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

Costanza . Leading her on .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

Noise behind arrests their steps. Enter armed Brigands dragging Pietro , while Buonaventuri follows expostulating with them . 1st Brigand .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Buonaventuri .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Bianca . Running to her husband .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Costanza .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

1st Brigand .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

Bianca clings to Pietro. 1st Brigand tries to force her away . Bianca .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

A Brigand seizes Buonaveturi , who is going . 1st Brigand .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

Pietro . To Bianca .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

1st Brigand goes to force her away, when the Prince Regent enters with Serguidi , Guards following them . Serguidi . To the Prince .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Prince .

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

Guards seize the ruffians . 1st Brigand .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

Exeunt Guards with Brigands . Bianca . Throwing herself at the Prince's feet .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Prince . Raising her up .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Pietro . Kneeling .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars .

Prince .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Buonaventuri . Approaching with his wife, and inclining .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

Prince .

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 316 chars .

Costanza . Taking Bianca's hand and speaking to her husband and son .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Exeunt, bowing reverently to the Prince . Prince . Looking after them .

Contains 58 words in 5 sentences using 304 chars .

Various persons cross the stage slowly, regarding the Prince . Serguidi .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Prince .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Exeunt .
ACT II.
I. Scene The Same Audience-chamber in the palace. ThePrince Regentseated , Serguidi standing by him. Enter an Usher . Prince .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 244 words in 8 sentences using 1289 chars .

Prince .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 219 chars .

Prince . Raising her up .

Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 392 chars .

Exeunt Bianca and Pietro joyfully, accompanied by Serguidi .

Contains 112 words in 11 sentences using 569 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

Prince .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

Prince .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Prince .

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

Prince .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

Prince .

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 162 chars .

Prince .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 76 words in 3 sentences using 378 chars .

Prince .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 83 words in 4 sentences using 451 chars .

Prince .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Prince .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

Exit . Serguidi .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

Exit .
II. Scene The Same A gallery in the palace . Francesco seen walking thoughtfully alone. Enter, unseen by him, the Cardinal Ferdinando . Prince .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Prince .

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

Prince .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

Prince . Frowning .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Prince .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

Prince .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Prince .

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

Prince .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 197 chars .

Prince .

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 290 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

Prince .

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 231 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

Prince .

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 182 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

Prince .

Contains 78 words in 3 sentences using 416 chars .

Cardinal . With displeasure .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Francesco bows assent; exit Cardinal . Prince . Alone .

Contains 67 words in 4 sentences using 354 chars .

Exit .
III. Scene The Same Chamber inBuonaventuri'shouse . Bianca leaning thoughtfully on her hand; while Pietro walks up and down the room with an air of gayety . Pietro . Stopping suddenly before his wife .

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

Bianca . Rising and approaching him lovingly .

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 282 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

Bianca . Laying her hand gently on him .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 319 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

Kisses her . Bianca .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

EnterCostanza , followed by Mandragoni; Bianca starts back disconcertedly . Mandragoni .

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 159 chars .

Mandragoni .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

Costanza . Speaking in Bianca's ear .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Bianca . To Mandragoni .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

Mandragoni .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

Pietro . Exchanging looks with his wife .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

Exeunt Pietro and Bianca with Mandragoni . Costanza Alone .

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

Exit .
IV. Scene The Same Saloon in the part of the royal palace occupied by the Maêstro. MadameMandragoniandSerguidiseated together in conversation . Serguidi .

Contains 96 words in 4 sentences using 545 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

Aside .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Aloud, and taking her hand .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

EnterMandragoniwithPietroandBianca : exit Serguidi by another door, unseen by them . Mandragoni . To his wife .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 144 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 179 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

Leads her to a seat . Mandragoni . To Pietro .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Exeunt Mandragoni and Pietro . Madame Mandragoni . Seating herself by Bianca .

Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 210 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 183 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Enter a Servant . Servant .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Bianca . Rising, embarassed .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

Exit Servant . Madame Mandragoni . Showing her Francesco , who enters .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Exit Madame Mandragoni . Prince .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

Bianca . Falling on her knees before him .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Prince . Lifting her up .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

Bianca . Withdrawing herself from him .

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars .

Prince .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Prince .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars .

Prince . Retaining her hand .

Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 284 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

Courtesying, starts to go . Prince .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

Prince .

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 288 chars .

Going . Bianca .

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

Prince . Aside, going .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 107 words in 8 sentences using 586 chars .

ReënterMadame Mandragoni . Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

ReënterMandragoniandPietro . Madame Mandragoni . To her husband .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

Pietro .

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 192 chars .

Bianca . Aside .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Exeunt . Madame Mandragoni .

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 216 chars .

Exit .
V. Scene The Same A public square: people going and coming; some masked, some dancing, or engaged in sports, etc., celebrating the marriage of thePrince Regentwith theArchduchess Jeanne , of Austria. Enter two tradesmen, in masks, who stop and talk . 1st Tradesman .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

2d Tradesman .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

2d Tradesman .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

2d Tradesman .

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 90 words in 7 sentences using 459 chars .

2d Tradesman .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

2d Tradesman sings while the other dances, and people gather round to see . 2d Tradesman .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 146 chars .

Enter a Harlequin fantastically dressed, who joins the dance .

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

1st Tradesman . To Harlequin .

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

Harlequin .

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Kicking him . Harlequin .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

Tries to kick 1st Tradesman , who trips him in the act, and he falls sprawling on the ground . 1st Tradesman .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Clown jumps up, rubbing himself and laughing with the rest . Enter a Musician playing a dancing tune . Harlequin .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Fool dances fantastically . Harlequin .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Harlequin .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

Approaching, as to strike him . Harlequin . Definitely, protected by the crowd .

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 197 chars .

2d Tradesman . To his fellow .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Going . 1st Tradesman .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Following . Harlequin . Crying after them .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

musician . Running after Tradesmen .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

1st Tradesman .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

Harlequin .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

To Musician .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Gives him money .

Contains 49 words in 2 sentences using 260 chars .

Exeunt, all following the Harlequin .
ACT III.
I. Scene The Same Moonlight; garden ofBianca'spalace; in the centre a fountain with shrubbery and flowers around it; seats here and there. On one side is seen the palace, with a terrace leading from a window by steps into the garden. In front is a large gate, and in the rear a small one . Bianca appears on the terrace, dressed in white, looking up to the moon . Bianca .

Contains 77 words in 4 sentences using 406 chars .

Descends into the garden .

Contains 103 words in 6 sentences using 567 chars .

Goes to kneel, when the small gate opens softly and Francesco enters, wrapt in a mantle. She starts up alarmed, when he throws off his disguise and runs to her, supporting her in his arms . Prince .

Contains 90 words in 5 sentences using 472 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

Prince .

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 211 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 176 chars .

Prince . Seizing her hand .

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 293 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

Prince .

Contains 47 words in 6 sentences using 254 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars .

Prince .

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 266 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

Prince .

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 235 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Prince .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Prince .

Contains 92 words in 3 sentences using 486 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Exit Francesco by the small gate . Bianca stands a moment looking after him, then advances a few paces and stops .

Contains 68 words in 8 sentences using 341 chars .

Walks silently a moment, then stops with exultant air .

Contains 87 words in 6 sentences using 478 chars .

Pauses a moment .

Contains 141 words in 5 sentences using 754 chars .

Walks and stops .

Contains 86 words in 4 sentences using 440 chars .

Exit, mounting the steps to the terrace .
II. Scene The Same Street beforeBianca'spalace. Enter two Citizens from opposite directions . 1st Citizen .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 261 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 88 words in 5 sentences using 508 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 195 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 53 words in 3 sentences using 283 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars .

Pointing to Bianca's palace . 2d Citizen .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 255 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

Exeunt severally .
III. Scene The Same Chamber in the royal palace. Daybreak; a light just expiring on a table covered with books and papers . Cardinal Ferdinando seen alone, walking the floor impetuously . Cardinal .

Contains 80 words in 7 sentences using 436 chars .

Calls again . EnterGiovanni . Giovanni .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Giovanni . Rubbing his eyes .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Giovanni .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Giovanni .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Giovanni .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Giovanni .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Exit Giovanni . Cardinal .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

EnterAnne . Anne .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

Anne .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

Anne .

Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 380 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Anne .

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Anne .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Exit Anne . Cardinal .

Contains 110 words in 7 sentences using 584 chars .

ReënterAnne . Anne .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars .

Exeunt .
IV. Scene The Same Private apartment of theArchduchess Jeanne , who is seen seated alone, leaning pensively on her hand; she rises and opens the casement . Archduchess . Looking out toward mountains seen in the distance .

Contains 171 words in 12 sentences using 939 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 213 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 217 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Cardinal . Kissing her hand .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Exit Cardinal . Anneshows out theCardinaland returns . Archduchess .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

Anne .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Anne .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 54 words in 5 sentences using 271 chars .

Anne .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

Gives her hand, which Anne kisses . Anne .

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 215 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Anne .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Exeunt .
ACT IV.
I. Scene The Same Royal cabinet . Prince Regent and Serguidi in conversation . Prince .

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 69 words in 3 sentences using 359 chars .

Prince .

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 295 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars .

Prince .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 67 words in 4 sentences using 381 chars .

Prince .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Prince .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Walks the floor . Serguidi . Aside .

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 268 chars .

Enter an Usher . Prince .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

usher .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Prince .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

Ricci .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Prince .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Ricci .

Contains 62 words in 2 sentences using 353 chars .

Prince .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Walks rapidly the room . Serguidi .

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 218 chars .

Prince continues walking in silence . Serguidi . Approaching Ricci and speaking low .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Ricci . Approaching the Prince .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars .

Prince . Stopping suddenly before Ricci .

Contains 63 words in 3 sentences using 323 chars .

Goes out precipitately . Serguidi . To Ricci .

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

Exeunt .
II. Scene Night Open space in front of a bridge crossing the Arno. A palace seen on the right, and a marble pillar near it. Enter from the bridgeCount RicciandSerguidi , with one servant: they stop near the palace, looking cautiously around . Ricci . Pointing to the palace .

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 277 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Midnight sounds . Ricci .

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 174 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 186 chars .

Ricci .

Contains 52 words in 7 sentences using 265 chars .

Pietro Buonaventuri comes out of the palace; they rush upon him; a scuffle ensues, and he falls — crying out — stabbed to the heart. The murderers escape as Guards enter .
III. Scene Near Florence A lawn in front of the royal villa, at Pratolino. Mountain scenery in the distance . Francesco and Bianca seen walking together, the latter looking sad . Prince . Stopping and taking tenderly Bianca's hand .

Contains 89 words in 5 sentences using 507 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

Prince .

Contains 77 words in 4 sentences using 426 chars .

Bianca . Looking up fondly in his face .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Prince . Kissing her forehead .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Prince .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Bianca . Assuming gayety .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Enter hastily a Court Messenger; they start forward alarmed . Prince . To the Messenger .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Messenger .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Prince .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Messenger . Looking at Bianca .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Bianca . Trying to stand, supported by Francesco .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Messenger .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Falls fainting into the Prince's arms . Prince . To Messenger .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

Messenger . Running for help .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Enter Guards and Women, who bear offBianca , the Prince following .
IV. Scene Florence Royal cabinet . Prince Regent sitting alone, reading a letter from the Archduchess Jeanne . Prince . Starting up excitedly, crushing the letter in his hands .

Contains 111 words in 4 sentences using 564 chars .

Walks a moment and stops .

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 194 chars .

Enter theArchduchess . Regarding her sternly .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Prince .

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 271 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 71 words in 4 sentences using 403 chars .

Kneels .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

The Prince , touched, tries to make her rise, but she clings weeping to his knees .

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

Prince . Much moved .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

Archduchess . Still kneeling .

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 229 chars .

Prince . Lifting her up .

Contains 56 words in 3 sentences using 303 chars .

Archduchess . Turning away weeping .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

Prince . Aside .

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

Taking hold of her .

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 96 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

Prince .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

Archduchess . Going .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Exit Jeanne . Prince . Alone, falling into a seat .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

V. Scene Near Florence Room in a convent . Bianca seen sitting moodily alone . Bianca . Rising up and coming forward .

Contains 148 words in 12 sentences using 775 chars .

Solemn music of the nuns heard without. She listens a moment .

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 219 chars .

Goes to the window and looks out .

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 269 chars .

Enter a Nun bringing her a letter fromFrancesco , which she seizes triumphantly and opens. Exit Nun . Reads .

Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 373 chars .

Kissing the letter, and putting it in her bosom .

Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 269 chars .

Going .

Contains 58 words in 7 sentences using 340 chars .

Exit .
VI. Scene Florence A street. Enter two Citizens talking . 1st Citizen . Stopping and looking the other in the face .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 66 words in 3 sentences using 328 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

2d Citizen .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

1st Citizen .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Exeunt .
VII. Scene The Same Court in front of the royal palace. A Guard standing by the grand doorway: enter, from the street, a Clown, singing . Clown .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

He approaches the entrance . Guard .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 164 chars .

Lords his weapon . Clown .

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 283 chars .

Runs past Guard into the palace .

Contains 52 words in 2 sentences using 249 chars .

Guard .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Clown .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

Exit Clown .
VIII. Scene The Same Night. Dressing-room of theArchduchess Jeanne . On one side, leading out of it, a small oratory, with candles burning on the altar. Enter Jeanne , elegantly dressed, as from a ball, accompanied by Anne , who carries a salver of drink, etc. Archduchess . Seating herself .

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 225 chars .

Anne brings a gown and aids her to put it on . Anne . Taking jewels from the Archduchess' hair .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 85 words in 5 sentences using 444 chars .

Exit Anne; Jeanne goes into her oratory and shuts the door . EnterBianca , softly, with a phial in her hand . Bianca .

Contains 107 words in 4 sentences using 555 chars .

Goes to the salver and drops some of the liquid from the phial into the drink .

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 196 chars .

Exit . ReënterAnne , going to the door of the oratory to listen . Anne .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

ReënterArchduchess . Archduchess . Seating herself .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

Anne gives her the bowl; she drinks and stops .

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 197 chars .

Drains the bowl and gives it back to Anne . Anne .

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

Aside .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

Archduchess . Rising .

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

Anne .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Archduchess . Walking with difficulty .

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

Anne .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Archduchess .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Exeunt .
ACT V.
I. Scene The Same Royal cabinet . Francesco , now Grand Duke, in conversation with Serguidi . Francesco .

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 84 words in 3 sentences using 467 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 89 words in 2 sentences using 491 chars .

Going . Serguidi .

Contains 192 words in 14 sentences using 1055 chars .

Exit .
II. Scene The Same Throne room. Flourish. EnterFrancescoandBianca , in ducal robes and crowned, preceded by guards, and followed by officers and ladies in waiting, courtiers, etc. The ducal pair take their seats on the throne, and the lords and ladies their several positions . Serguidi seen on the right of the Grand Duke . Francesco . To an Usher .

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 250 chars .

Aquilea . Coming forward .

Contains 89 words in 5 sentences using 528 chars .

Bianca . Motioning him to rise .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Francesco and Bianca descend from the throne . Bianca . To her father .

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

capello .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 178 chars .

Kisses her hand . Bianca . To her step-mother .

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 219 chars .

Embraces Vittorio ; gives her hand to her uncle; courtesies coldly to Lady Cappello , who abases her head, and retires, led by Francesco , and followed by the retinue, Flourish . Serguidi . Alone .

Contains 100 words in 6 sentences using 578 chars .

Exit
III. Scene The Same A library . Cardinal Ferdinando in conversation with Fra Fortunato. Serguidi enters unperceived, and conceals himself behind them . Cardinal .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Pauses . Serguidi . Aside .

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 263 chars .

Listens again . Fra Fortunato .

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 217 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 168 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 108 words in 3 sentences using 579 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

Starts back, seeing Serguidi , who discovers himself . Cardinal . To Serguidi .

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 54 words in 2 sentences using 283 chars .

Fra Fortunato . Regarding Serguidi obsequiously .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 324 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Cardinal . Going out, to Serguidi .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 85 chars .

Exit Cardinal . Fra Fortunato . To Serguidi .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Fra Fortunato . Aside, going .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Exit . Serguidi .

Contains 166 words in 9 sentences using 894 chars .

IV. Scene Near Florence Night. Chamber in the royal villa, Paggio it Cajano, EnterGiovanniwith a salver of wine, etc., which he sets on a table and goes out. Enter, soon after , Bianca . Bianca . Looking about her carefully .

Contains 126 words in 7 sentences using 651 chars .

Exit . EnterFrancescoandFerdinandotogether . Cardinal .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 195 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Seizes the cup . Cardinal .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

Francesco drinks . Bianca . Rushing wildly in .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Dushes the cup from his lips . Francesco .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

Cardinal . To Bianca .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

Exit Cardinal . Bianca . Throwing herself into her husband's arms .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 280 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 225 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 134 chars .

Bianca goes from him and pours out some of the wine . Bianca . Holding up the cup .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Francesco . Trying to catch her, but falling in the attempt .

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

She drains the cup and runs to her husband, supporting his head on her bosom . Bianca .

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 322 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 49 words in 2 sentences using 262 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Francesco .

Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 304 chars .

Dies . Bianca . Growing ill and rising with difficulty .

Contains 140 words in 15 sentences using 700 chars .

EnterCardinal Ferdinando , with Serguidi and Fra Fortunato . Cardinal . Observing his dead brother .

Contains 77 words in 6 sentences using 418 chars .

Pours out wine and offer it to her . Bianca .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

Bianca .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Falls on the body of Francesco and dies . Cardinal .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Cardinal .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 188 chars .

Fra Fortunato .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Serguidi .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Cardinal . To Serguidi .

Contains 70 words in 4 sentences using 396 chars .

Exeunt Cardinal and Fra Fortunato .
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