A Cure for a Cuckold Appius and Virginia Minor Works

This volume brings together two significant plays and a collection of minor works from the Jacobean era, curated with scholarly attention by F.L. Lucas. 'A Cure for a Cuckold' is a compelling tragicomedy that explores themes of friendship, fidelity, and the complexities of social honor. Often attributed to the collaboration between John Webster and William Rowley, the play balances wit with emotional depth. 'Appius and Virginia' presents a stark classical tragedy set in ancient Rome, depicting the struggle for justice against corrupt authority and the tragic sacrifice of a daughter to preserve her virtue.In addition to these major plays, the volume includes various minor works that showcase the literary range and stylistic nuances of 17th-century dramatic output. The collection highlights the dark, poetic intensity and psychological complexity characteristic of English Renaissance drama. These works remain essential for understanding the development of the English stage, offering a rich exploration of morality, power, and human frailty. This volume serves as a vital resource for scholars of literature and enthusiasts of classical theatre alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.