02354cam a22003253u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000040001122450019001522640051001713000047002223360026002693370026002953380036003215000081003575000031004385080016004695201391004855340045018766530017019216530018019387000030019568560042019863539UtSlPG20260610133113.0mcr n260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPR1 aKnowles, James Sheridan,d1784-186214aThe Love-chase 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2002  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Love_Chase  aRelease date is 2002-11-01  aDavid Price  a"The Love-chase" by James Sheridan Knowles is a play written in the mid-19th century, specifically set in a contemporary London. The story revolves around the intricate relationships of various characters involved in love pursuits, notably Sir William Fondlove, his daughter Constance, and a host of suitors, including the jovial Master Waller and the sportsman Master Wildrake. The play delves into themes of desire, jealousy, and the folly of love, framed within the lighthearted nature of romantic entanglements.  The opening portion introduces us to the lively atmosphere of an inn and the various characters who are engaged in conversation. Master Waller expresses his amusement and empathy towards the life of hunted animals while simultaneously contemplating his affection for the maid who serves Widow Green. As more characters join the narrative, we witness witty banter and unfolding complexities regarding affections, particularly between Constance and Wildrake, who seem to have a tumultuous relationship complicated by misunderstandings and playful teasing. Trueworth, another friend, hints at deeper emotional struggles while offering observations on love and virtue, setting the stage for the ensuing drama. The relationships are layered with humor and irony, establishing a dynamic backdrop for the unfolding romantic chase. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aComedy plays  aEnglish drama1 aMorley, Henry,d1822-189440uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3539