A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 2

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bullen, A. H. (Arthur Henry), 1857-1920.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 2" by A. H. Bullen is a scholarly compilation of dramatic works from the Old English period, first published in the late 19th century. This volume includes several previously unpublished plays, with contributions from notable playwrights such as John Fletcher and Philip Massinger, although the majority are anonymous. The collection aims to expose readers to historical theatrical works that reflect themes of valor, love, and societal values, showcased through various characters and narratives, with a particular focus on the play "Dick of Devonshire." The opening of the volume sets the stage with a preface by the editor, A. H. Bullen, highlighting the significance of the plays within and their ties to historical events and life during their respective periods. The introduction to "Dick of Devonshire," the first play in the collection, discusses its authorial attributions and thematic underpinnings, featuring the main character Richard Pike, a Devonshire soldier. As the narrative unfolds in the initial scenes, it introduces a cast of characters involved in political intrigue, familial loyalty, and impending conflict, as Pike prepares for a military expedition, highlighting his character's bravery and the burdens of war. The interweaving plot threads and rich dialogue promise a deeper exploration of human emotion and societal constructs within the fabric of early English drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Dick of Devonshire

The lady mother

The tragedy of Sir John Van Olden Barnavelt

Captain Underwit.

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lady_Mother

Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-01-01