The Scornful Lady by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher

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Author Beaumont, Francis, 1584-1616
Author Fletcher, John, 1579-1625
Title The Scornful Lady
Note Reading ease score: 91.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Charles Bidwell and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "The Scornful Lady" by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is a comedy likely written in the early 17th century (the Jacobean era). The play centers around the turbulent relationships between its varied characters, notably Elder Loveless and Lady, with themes exploring love, jealousy, and social expectations. The opening of the play introduces a dynamic cast of characters, primarily focusing on Elder Loveless who is attempting to win the affections of Lady while navigating the opposition of his younger brother, Young Loveless. As the elder brother grapples with his feelings of frustration towards the Lady's scorn and his own familial relations, humorous exchanges and witty repartees ensue. Lady is portrayed as strong-willed and resolute, teasing Elder Loveless and providing a glimpse of her disdain for traditional expectations of love and courtship. The interactions set the tone for a lighthearted yet insightful examination of romantic endeavors in a society marked by class and gender dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject English drama -- 17th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 12110
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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