Description: Antique rare paperback book, THE BEAUX STRATAGEM. A Comedy. Written by Mr. Farquhar. Marked with the variations in the manager's book, at the Theatre Royal in Covent Garden. Published November 16th, 1776. Printed by T. Lowndes & Partners. The book measures 11cm x 17cm.The Beaux' Stratagem is a comedy by George Farquhar (1677 - 29 April 1707) an Irish dramatist. He is noted for his contributions to late Restoration comedy, particularly for his plays The Recruiting Officer (1706) and The Beaux' Stratagem (1707), his final play. The plot revolves around Aimwell and Archer, two fashionable beaux, on the lookout for an heiress to marry so they can repair their fortunes. To help their scheme, Archer poses as Aimwell's servant when they arrive in the city of Lichfield. Aimwell insinuates himself into friendship with the beautiful Dorinda, daughter of Lady Bountiful. Meanwhile, Archer strikes up an extremely worldly friendship with Kate, Dorinda's sister-in-law. She's unhappily married to Sullen, a parody of a country squire, mad for hunting and eating and (especially) drinking.Obstacles to a happy ending include the fact that Kate's husband despises her; that the innkeeper's saucy daughter, Cherry, has fallen in love with Archer; that Lady Bountiful, who is extremely over-protective of Dorinda's virtue, mistakenly believes herself to be a great healer of the sick, while a band of brigands plans to rob Lady Bountiful that very night. Please look at all the photos for the best understanding of the condition and contents. There are some signs of age, use and wear. The paperback cover is basic, in good condition considering the age. It has a previous owner inscription on the top right front cover, and Sons marks/discolouration dotted all around. There is some age related page discolouration/creasing throughout. Overall contents binding appears strong and complete, although binding is loosening from the beginning up to page 22. Please expect condition to be a reflection of its age, and rarity. If you require any further information then please don't hesitate to ask. Please visit our bridgesbuyandsell eBay shop to browse our large collection of antique/vintage items. If you subscribe to us then you will receive weekly emails with details of stock new in and any current discounts. Also find us on Facebook, bridgesbuyandsell, like our page to keep an eye on what's new and on offer. Thanks for looking.
Price: 199.99 GBP
Location: shrewsbury, Shropshire
End Time: 2024-12-03T19:00:49.000Z
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Special Attributes: Rare
Year Printed: 1776
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Binding: Paperback
Original/Facsimile: Original
Place of Publication: London
Language: English
Non-Fiction Subject: The Arts
Author: Mr. Farquhar
Publisher: T. Lowndes & Partners
Fiction Subject: Poetry, Theatre & Scripts
