“Let no man fear to die, we love to sleep all, and death is but the sounder sleep.”
Quote by Francis Beaumont
Work
The Dramatick Works of Beaumont and Fletcher: Humorous lieutenant. Faithfl shepherdess. Mad lover. Loyal subject. Rule a wife and have a wife
This volume includes several plays by the renowned 17th-century playwrights Beaumont and Fletcher, showcasing their versatility in creating humorous and serious narratives. The plays within this collection explore themes of love, loyalty, and power, with characters ranging from a humorous lieutenant to a faithful shepherdess and a passionate lover. more
Author
Francis Beaumont
Francis Beaumont, a renowned English dramatist, was born in 1584 and died on March 6, 1616. He is considered one of the most important figures in English Renaissance theatre, collaborating with John Webster to create numerous celebrated dramatic works. more
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