Life Is a Dream - Dover Thrift Editions Author:Pedro Calderon de la Barca 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 inform... more »ative introduction and footnotes.« less