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100 1 _aMassinger, Philip,
_d1583-1640
245 1 4 _aThe Plays of Philip Massinger, Vol. I
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-03-08
505 0 _aLife of Massinger -- The virgin-martyr -- The great duke of Florence -- The bondman -- The maid of honour.
508 _aProduced by Judith Wirawan, Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Plays of Philip Massinger, Vol. I" by Philip Massinger is a collection of dramatic works intended for family reading, written in the early 19th century. The book aims to present the plays in a refined manner by omitting objectionable passages that may conflict with modern sensibilities. Massinger's plays delve into themes of virtue, morality, and complex human emotions, often portraying a rich tapestry of characters that reflect the intricacies of societal norms and personal choices. The opening of this volume contains an advertisement that highlights the intention behind the selected plays of Massinger and his contemporaries, shedding light on their value in English literature. It mentions that while these works are filled with literary merit, they often include coarse language and themes which are not suitable for today's audiences. The advertisement sets the stage for the subsequent content, promising a thoughtful selection of Massinger's writing, while also offering an insight into his life and the historical context of his art. This sets a tone of appreciation for Massinger's contributions while acknowledging the need for modern adaptation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish drama -- 17th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48440
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