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100	1		_aBeaumont, Francis, _d1584-1616
245	1	0	_aBeaumont and Fletcher's Works, Vol. 08 of 10
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-02-17
505	0		_aThe Womans Prize -- The Island Princess -- The Noble Gentleman -- The Coronation -- The Coxcomb
508			_aProduced by Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"Beaumont and Fletcher's Works, Vol. 08 of 10" by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is a collection of comedic plays written in the early 17th century. This volume includes titles such as "The Woman's Prize" and "The Island Princess," showcasing the themes of romance, wit, and societal roles, particularly focusing on the dynamics between men and women in relationships. The characters are often involved in intricate plots that highlight the social customs and struggles of their time. The opening of "The Woman's Prize" introduces us to a lively cast of characters, including Moroso, a doting but foolish suitor, and Maria, a strong-willed woman determined not to submit to her husband, Petruchio. As the play unfolds, we see Maria's defiance against Petruchio’s oppressive demeanor and the other characters rallying around her cause. The dialogue sets a humorous tone as characters express their views on marriage and gender roles, establishing a backdrop of rebellion against societal expectations, particularly focusing on the trials of becoming a wife in a male-dominated society. The witty exchanges and humorous observations in this portion create an engaging introduction to the themes of love and authority that will likely resonate throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEnglish drama
700	1		_aFletcher, John, _d1579-1625
700	1		_aWaller, A. R. _q(Alfred Rayney), _d1867-1922
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35303
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