Author: Francis BeaumontPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : English drama
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
Philaster, 1622
Author: Francis BeaumontThe Works of Mr. Francis Beaumont, and Mr. John Fletcher
Author: Francis BeaumontThe Laws of Candy
Author: Francis Fletcher, John BeaumontPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3734095859
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
Reproduction of the original: The Laws of Candy by Francis Beaumont, John Fletcher
The Little French Lawyer
Author: Francis BeaumontPublisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
"The Little French Lawyer" is a comedic play co-authored by John Fletcher and Francis Beaumont, believed to have been first performed in the early 17th century. Set in France, the play follows the misadventures of a cunning French lawyer named Cleremont, who is known for his crafty and manipulative ways. The plot revolves around Cleremont's efforts to outsmart and manipulate various characters for personal gain. He becomes embroiled in a complicated love triangle involving a wealthy heiress, Isabella, and her suitors. Using his wit and cunning, Cleremont orchestrates a series of humorous and farcical situations, leading to unexpected twists and turns. As the play unfolds, Cleremont's schemes are eventually exposed, and he finds himself outwitted by his own cleverness. However, true love prevails in the end, and the characters find happiness despite Cleremont's meddling.
A King, and No King
Author: Francis BeaumontThe Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher
Author: Francis BeaumontThe Woman Hater
Author: John FletcherPublisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781726252508
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
The Woman Hater, or, The Hungry Courtier is an early Jacobean era stage play, a comedy by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher. One of the earliest of their collaborations, it was the first of their plays to appear in print, in 1607. Critics have commented on the play's curious juxtaposition of two unrelated portrayals of obsessive psychology. In the main plot, Gondarino is a dedicated misogynist who strives to avoid any and all contact with women. The primary subplot traces Lazarello's obsessive quest for, of all things, a really nice piece of fish. "Beaumont juggles four plots with considerable ease, offering a bit of something for everyone: farce, bawdy wit, court satire, and a 'high' romantic plot."
The Coxcomb
Author: Francis BeaumontThe Faithful Shepherdess
Author: John FletcherPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : English drama
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The Tamer Tamed
Author: John FletcherPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1408143801
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
The Tamer Tamed is the subtitle or alternative title to John Fletcher's The Woman's Prize, a comedic sequel and reply to The Taming of the Shrew. The plot switches the gender roles of Shakespeare's play: the women seek to tame the men. Katherine (the "shrew" of the original) has died, and Petruchio takes a second wife, Maria. Maria denounces her former mildness and vows not to sleep with Petruchio until she "turn him and bend him as [she] list, and mold him into a babe again." After many comedic exchanges and plot twists, Petruchio is finally "tamed" in the eyes of Maria, and the play ends with the two reconciled. The play is seen to reflect how society's views of women, femininity, and "domestic propriety" were beginning to change. It is said that Fletcher wrote this play to attract Shakespeare's attention - the two went on to collaborate on at least three plays together. This brand new New Mermaid edition offers unique and fresh insight into the critical interpretation of the play. It builds on current critical foundations (the relationship with Taming of the Shrew, gender relations etc) and suggests different areas of interest (popular associations of the shrew, the question of reputation, and a re-examination of the play's structure). as well as examining stage history and recent productions.