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The Merry Devil Of Edmonton (1612)

The Merry Devil Of Edmonton (1612)

Shakespeare, William

Paperback

Literary CriticismShakespeare

ISBN10: 1167165306
ISBN13: 9781167165306
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Merry Devil of Edmonton is a play written by William Shakespeare and Thomas Dekker in 1612. The play is a combination of comedy, drama, and supernatural elements, and it tells the story of a notorious trickster named Peter Fabell and his mischievous exploits in the town of Edmonton.The play opens with a scene in which the townspeople of Edmonton are discussing the strange and mysterious happenings that have been occurring in their town. They believe that the devil is at work and are afraid for their safety. However, it is soon revealed that the real troublemaker is Peter Fabell, a local man who enjoys playing pranks on his fellow citizens.Peter is a charismatic and cunning character who is always up to something. He is known for his ability to deceive people and his quick wit. He takes great pleasure in causing chaos and confusion, and his antics often have unintended consequences.As the play progresses, Peter becomes involved in a number of different schemes, including a plot to deceive a wealthy merchant and a plan to help a young couple elope. Along the way, he encounters a number of other colorful characters, including a group of witches who are trying to summon the devil.Despite his mischievous ways, Peter is ultimately a likable character who is respected and admired by the townspeople. He is a symbol of freedom and rebellion, and his antics provide a welcome distraction from the mundane realities of life in Edmonton.Overall, The Merry Devil of Edmonton is a lively and entertaining play that explores themes of deception, love, and the supernatural. It is a unique and memorable work that showcases Shakespeare's talent for creating complex and engaging characters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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