Beaumont and Fletcher's Works, Vol. 09 of 10 by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher
"Beaumont and Fletcher's Works, Vol. 09 of 10" by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is a collection of theatrical plays written in the early 17th century. This volume includes several comedic plays, such as "The Sea-Voyage," which explores themes of love, misfortune, and adventure against the backdrop of tempestuous seas. The central characters prominently feature Albert, a French pirate in love with Aminta, as well as a host of sailors, merchants, andnoble figures embroiled in various situations that challenge their courage and wit. The beginning of "The Sea-Voyage" introduces a perilous maritime scenario where a ship is caught in a violent storm, prompting the crew and passengers to grapple with the threat of disaster. As the Master of the ship instructs his men to manage the crisis, various characters such as Albert, Aminta, and Tibalt du Pont reveal their personalities and motivations through their reactions to the chaos. Amidst the tumult, Aminta voices her despair, highlighting her love for Albert and fear for their fate. This opening act sets a dramatic tone for the ensuing adventures and romances as the characters navigate the challenges posed by both nature and one another. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Beaumont, Francis, 1584-1616 |
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| Author | Fletcher, John, 1579-1625 |
| Editor | Waller, A. R. (Alfred Rayney), 1867-1922 |
| Title | Beaumont and Fletcher's Works, Vol. 09 of 10 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The Sea-Voyage -- Wit At Several Weapons -- The Fair Maid of the Inn -- Cupid's Revenge -- The Two Noble Kinsmen |
| Credits | Produced by Richard Tonsing, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47240 |
| Release Date | Oct 30, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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