Roister Doister: Written, probably also represented, before 1553. Carefully edited from the unique copy, now at Eton College: Play Guide and Free Edition

Roister Doister: Written, probably also represented, before 1553. Carefully edited from the unique copy, now at Eton College is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Udall, Nicholas (1505–1556).

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"Roister Doister" by Nicholas Udall is a comedy written around 1552. The play follows the pompous Ralph Roister Doister as he pursues Christian Custance, a wealthy widow already betrothed to a merchant. Encouraged by the cunning Matthew Merrygreeke, Ralph's clumsy courtship attempts fail spectacularly. When he resorts to force with his servants, they're hilariously defeated by Custance's maids. Blending classical Roman comedy with English medieval traditions, this groundbreaking work established a new form of English theatrical comedy.

Book and edition facts

• Title: Roister Doister: Written, probably also represented, before 1553. Carefully edited from the unique copy, now at Eton College
• Author credits: Udall, Nicholas (1505–1556)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• English drama (Comedy)

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• Category: British Literature
• Category: Humour
• Category: Plays/Films/Dramas

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