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100 1 _aFoote, Samuel,
_d1720-1777
245 1 4 _aThe Lame Lover: A Comedy in Three Acts
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 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lame_Lover
500 _aRelease date is 2015-08-04
508 _aProduced by Delphine Lettau, Paul Dring and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
520 _a"The Lame Lover: A Comedy in Three Acts" by Samuel Foote is a play written in the 18th century, likely during the Georgian era. This comedic work delves into themes of love, social status, and the absurdities surrounding courtship and marriage. Foote thrives on satire to illuminate the follies and pretensions of society, particularly in the context of romantic relationships. The play centers around Sir Luke Limp, a man who takes pride in his disability—a wooden leg—while showcasing his eccentric personality. He finds himself in romantic entanglements that expose the ridiculousness of social ambitions and the human condition. Characters such as the ambitious Serjeant Circuit, who grapples with suspicions about his wife, and Lady Circuit, who navigates the complexities of society while maintaining her reputation and position, enhance the comedic conflicts. As events unfold, various misunderstandings and humorous situations arise, leading to revelations about relationships, societal expectations, and individual desires. The charm of the play lies in its lively dialogue and dynamic character interactions that paint a humorous portrait of love and folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aComedy plays
653 _aEnglish drama -- 18th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49602
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