02276cam a22003133u 4500 40188 UtSlPG 20260610133923.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Kenrick, W. (William), 1725?-1779 Love in the Suds: a Town Eclogue. : Being the Lamentation of Roscius for the Loss of His Nyky. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-07-10 Produced by Chris Curnow, Katie Hernandez, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Love in the Suds: a Town Eclogue" by W. Kenrick is a satirical poem written in the mid-18th century. This work is framed as a lament from the character Roscius, mourning the departure of his beloved Nyky. It combines elements of classic eclogue traditions with contemporary British theatrical references, poking fun at the theatrical community and critiquing the management practices of prominent figures like David Garrick. The poem unfolds with Roscius calling upon his muse to help him express his sorrow over Nyky's absence, who is portrayed as a talented and charming figure. The poem features various humorous and critical reflections on love, societal norms, and the theatrical profession, delving into themes of manly love and the absurdities of public perception. As Roscius navigates his grief, he includes commentary on the nature of performance and the often arbitrary standards of morality within the theatrical world. The work wraps around a confrontation with the biases and hypocrisies of the time, culminating in a broader discussion of personal integrity and artistic expression within the constraints imposed by society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Verse satire, English Garrick, David, 1717-1779 -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40188 81027 81027