Thomas Heywood: Play Guide and Free Edition
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Thomas Heywood is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Heywood, Thomas (?–1641).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Mermaid Series: Thomas Heywood" edited by A. Wilson Verity is a collection of plays written in the late 19th century. The anthology celebrates the works of Thomas Heywood, a prolific playwright of the early 17th century, showcasing several of his notable plays, including "A Woman Killed with Kindness" and "The Fair Maid of the West." The collection reflects on themes of love, betrayal, and morality, commonly found in Heywood’s narratives, providing insight into the human condition through a domestic lens. At the start of the collection, an introduction sets the context for Heywood's works, emphasizing his distinct traits that make him notable among his contemporaries. The opening scene introduces key characters in "A Woman Killed with Kindness," including Master Frankford and Mistress Frankford, who are newlyweds relishing in their happiness. Their interactions are warm and witty, revealing underlying tensions of social expectations and domestic bliss. The stage is set for conflict as hints of betrayal begin to surface, particularly involving Wendoll, a friend who arrives in the household bearing news that may upend their serene beginnings. The early moments suggest a blend of humor and impending drama, indicating Heywood's talent for interweaving heartfelt emotional depth with critical social commentary.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Thomas Heywood
- Author credits: Heywood, Thomas (?–1641)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- English drama -- Early modern and Elizabethan, 1500-1600
- Heywood, Thomas, approximately 1574-1641
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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