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100 1 _aRegnard, Jean-François,
_d1655-1709
245 1 4 _aThe Follies of Love
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-07-01
508 _aProduced by Dagny and Frank J. Morlock
520 _a"The Follies of Love" by Jean-François Regnard is a comedic play written in the late 17th century. This work falls within the genre of theatrical drama, a reflection of the era's exploration of human relationships, particularly those entangled with themes of love, jealousy, and foolishness. The central focus of the play revolves around the intricacies and absurdities of romantic entanglements, often revealing the follies that accompany love. The storyline unfolds in a country house, where the characters grapple with their feelings and relationships. Arabella seeks to escape the jealous clutches of her guardian, Albert, who is intent on marrying her despite her own affections for Worthy, who wishes to reclaim her love. As the plot progresses, Arabella's behavior spirals into madness, fueled by her frustrations with Albert's oppressive nature. The arrival of various supporting characters—including the witty maid Jenny and the cunning servant Scratch—complicates the dynamics, leading to comedic misunderstandings and schemes aimed at liberating Arabella from Albert's control. With themes of deception, wit, and the folly of possessive love, the play navigates the humorous chaos that ensues in the pursuit of romance and freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench drama -- Translations into English
700 1 _aMorlock, Frank J.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6089
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