Medina Sidonia Monologue from Don Carlos: A Play

From Don Carlos: A Play by Friedrich Schiller

male · anguished · 46 sec

My heart Was lighter 'mid the roar of English cannon Than here on Spanish ground. [CARLOS, who had regarded him with silent sympathy, now approaches him and presses his hand. My warmest thanks, Prince, for this generous tear. You may perceive How all avoid me. Now my fate is sealed. (CARLOS: Still hope the best both from my father's favor, And your own innocence.) Prince, I have lost A fleet more mighty than e'er ploughed the waves. And what is such a head as mine to set 'Gainst seventy sunken galleons? And therewith Five hopeful sons! Alas! that breaks my heart.

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