Stage play, origin dated to 1557, when a play of the same title was registered by John Waley, or Wally; appeared on a list of plays appended to the edition of Goffe's Careless Shepherdess, printed for Rogers and Ley in 1656; an accurate description was given by D.E. Baker in his Companion to the Play-House of 1764; original was discovered in Ireland in the spring of 1906 and sold at Sotheby's on 30 June 1906 to the British Museum; 1907 transcribed reprint was prepared by the Malone Society General Editor and checked by Percy Simpson, with facsimiles of the original 16th-century first page produced by Horace Hart, M.A., at the Oxford University Press.

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"The Interlude of Wealth and Health" by Anonymous is a play written during the late 16th century. This work falls under the category of interlude, a type of theatrical performance popular in England at that time. The play explores themes of wealth, health, and liberty, highlighting their interconnectedness and the moral implications of each in the context of society. The plot centers on a dialogue between the personifications of Wealth and Health, with the former boasting of its importance in society while the latter warns of the transience of material riches without good health. As the characters debate, they bring in Liberty, who adds further complexity to their discussions. Another significant character, Remedy, enters to offer guidance and support, implying that the balance of these aspects is crucial for true well-being and happiness. The play ultimately serves as a moral lesson emphasizing the importance of prioritizing health and virtue over mere material wealth, encouraging a harmonious existence among these essential elements of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: The Malone Society, 1907