THE DUCHESS OF MALFI: 17th Century Drama (Annotated)

THE DUCHESS OF MALFI: 17th Century Drama (Annotated)

Unique Elements Historical Context - Detailed 17th Century Historical Map The Duchess of Malfi is a Jacobean revenge tragedy written by English dramatist John Webster A classic that lives in an era of timeless distinction. Early books emit an excellence unlike any from modern times. You will not be dissatisfied with this works, Sneak Peek “He and his brother are like plum-trees that grow crooked over standing pools; they are rich, and o’erladen with fruit, but none but crows, pies, and caterpillars feed on them. Could I be one of their flattering panders, I would hang on their ears like a horse-leech till I were full, and then drop off.” Synopsis Published in 1623, the play is loosely based on events that occurred between 1508 and 1513. The play begins as a love story, when the Duchess marries beneath her class, and ends as a nightmarish tragedy as her two brothers undertake their revenge, destroying themselves in the process. Jacobean drama continued the trend of stage violence and horror set by Elizabethan tragedy, under the influence of Seneca. The complexity of some of the play's characters, particularly Bosola and the Duchess, and Webster's poetic language, have led many critics to consider The Duchess of Malfi among the greatest tragedies of English renaissance drama. "A stunning reprint" At Little Boy Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author’s publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is a must read for both young and old, words strung together with such romantic precision, a style that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Title Details Original 1623 Scripture - Epic Drama filled with Romance Tragedy and Retribution - 5 x 8 Inches - Matte Cover - White Paper