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Title: The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher in Ten Volumes: Volume 01.
Contents: The maids tragedy -- Philaster: or, love lies a bleeding -- A king, and no king -- The scornful lady, a comedy -- The custom of the country.
Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher in Ten Volumes: Volume 01" is a definitive collection of plays and texts from two of the most significant playwrights of the early 17th century. Written during the late Elizabethan to early Stuart period, this volume brings together their influential works, including notable titles such as "The Maid's Tragedy," "Philaster," and "The Scornful Lady." The collection explores themes of love, betrayal, and human emotion, showcasing the complex characters and intricate plots that define the artistry of Beaumont and Fletcher. The opening of the volume provides historical context about the authors, detailing their biographies and the significance of their contributions to English drama. The text introduces the first collected edition released in 1647 and highlights the importance of this publication in preserving their works, reaffirming their impact on the English stage. The introduction sets the stage for the texts to follow, emphasizing the lasting influence of Beaumont and Fletcher in shaping the theatrical landscape of their time and beyond. Readers are invited to explore a treasury of dramatic literature, enriched by commendatory verses from contemporary writers that celebrate the talents of both playwrights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Beaumont, Francis, 1584-1616
Author: Fletcher, John, 1579-1625
Editor: Glover, Arnold, 1865-1905
EBook No.: 10620
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 182
Language: English
Subject: English drama -- Early modern and Elizabethan, 1500-1600
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher in Ten Volumes: Volume 01.
Contents: The maids tragedy -- Philaster: or, love lies a bleeding -- A king, and no king -- The scornful lady, a comedy -- The custom of the country.
Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher in Ten Volumes: Volume 01" is a definitive collection of plays and texts from two of the most significant playwrights of the early 17th century. Written during the late Elizabethan to early Stuart period, this volume brings together their influential works, including notable titles such as "The Maid's Tragedy," "Philaster," and "The Scornful Lady." The collection explores themes of love, betrayal, and human emotion, showcasing the complex characters and intricate plots that define the artistry of Beaumont and Fletcher. The opening of the volume provides historical context about the authors, detailing their biographies and the significance of their contributions to English drama. The text introduces the first collected edition released in 1647 and highlights the importance of this publication in preserving their works, reaffirming their impact on the English stage. The introduction sets the stage for the texts to follow, emphasizing the lasting influence of Beaumont and Fletcher in shaping the theatrical landscape of their time and beyond. Readers are invited to explore a treasury of dramatic literature, enriched by commendatory verses from contemporary writers that celebrate the talents of both playwrights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Beaumont, Francis, 1584-1616
Author: Fletcher, John, 1579-1625
Editor: Glover, Arnold, 1865-1905
EBook No.: 10620
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 182
Language: English
Subject: English drama -- Early modern and Elizabethan, 1500-1600
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.