<p>Edmond Rostand's 'L'Aiglon' is a remarkable poetic drama that explores the life of Napoleon Bonaparte's son, the Duke of Reichstadt, known as l'Aiglon (the Eaglet). Set against the backdrop of post-Napoleonic Europe, the play intertwines themes of ambition, identity, and the burden of legacy with Rostand's characteristic lyrical style. Written in 1900, it features ornate dialogue and rich imagery, reflecting the Symbolist movement's emphasis o...