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  • Delphi Complete Works of George Farquhar Illustrated

    by George Farquhar ...
    Series Book 14 - Delphi Series Sixteen
    The early eighteenth century Irish playwright George Farquhar was an author of undisputed comic power, who stood out from his contemporaries for his originality of dialogue and a stage sense inspired from his experience as an actor. His Restoration comedy masterpieces ‘The Recruiting Officer’ and ‘The Beaux' Stratagem’ are among the finest plays of the period. In spite of his untimely death to ... Read more

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  • The Recruiting Officer

    by George Farquhar ...
    The Recruiting Officer by George Farquhar is a vibrant eighteenth-century comedy that brings together romance, military life, deception, and social satire in a fast-paced and entertaining theatrical work. First performed in 1706, the play is celebrated for its lively characters, witty dialogue, and humorous portrayal of human ambition and courtship. Set in a provincial English town, the story ... Read more

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  • The Beaux-Stratagem

    by George Farquhar ...
    The primary plot centers on Aimwell’s pursuit of Dorinda, the beautiful and wealthy daughter of Lady Bountiful, a woman renowned for her charitable deeds. Meanwhile, Archer becomes involved with Mrs. Sullen, a witty but unhappily married woman trapped in a loveless marriage. As Archer and Aimwell navigate their schemes, they find their plans complicated by genuine feelings, moral dilemmas, and the ... Read more

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  • The Beaux' Stratagem

    by George Farquhar ...
    The Beaux' Stratagem by George Farquhar is a brilliant eighteenth-century comedy of manners that combines romance, deception, financial desperation, and social satire into one of the most entertaining works of Restoration theatre. First performed in 1707, the play is celebrated for its witty dialogue, dynamic characters, and insightful portrayal of human ambition and romantic pursuit. The story ... Read more

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  • The Inconstant

    by George Farquhar ...
    The plot revolves around the inconstancy of love, with Melantha engaging in flirtations and shifting affections, much to the frustration of her many admirers. The play features multiple characters who each embody different aspects of romantic pursuit—some driven by genuine affection, others by vanity or the desire for social advancement. Peregrine, one of Melantha's suitors, becomes the focal ... Read more

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  • The Complete Works of George Farquhar

    by George Farquhar ...
    The Complete Works of George FarquharThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - The Beaux-Stratagem2 - The Constant Couple3 - The Inconstant4 - The Recruiting Officer5 - The Beaux-Stratagem ... Read more

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  • The Recruiting Officer

    by George Farquhar ...
    The Recruiting Officer is a comedic play by George Farquhar, first performed in 1706. Set in a provincial town in England, the play revolves around the character of Captain Plume, a charming yet roguish officer who is tasked with recruiting soldiers for the army. Through his clever manipulation and persuasive tactics, he manages to enlist men, but not without encountering various obstacles, ... Read more

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  • The Beaux-Stratagem: A comedy in five acts

    by George Farquhar ...
    The plot thickens as Aimwell courts Dorinda, the beautiful and wealthy daughter of Lady Bountiful, who is known for her benevolent nature and charitable deeds. Simultaneously, Archer becomes entangled with Mrs. Sullen, a witty, spirited woman trapped in an unhappy marriage with her brutish husband. As Archer and Aimwell pursue their goals, their schemes become complicated by genuine affection, ... Read more

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  • The Constant Couple Or A Trip to the Jubilee: A Comedy in Five Acts

    by George Farquhar ...
    The play opens with Sir Harry returning from his travels to woo Angelica, who doubts his intentions due to his notorious reputation with women. Alongside this primary plot, there are several subplots involving other couples and characters, such as the jealous Colonel Standard and the flirtatious Lady Lurewell, whose interactions further complicate the web of romantic pursuits. Farquhar uses these ... Read more

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  • The Inconstant

    by George Farquhar ...
    George Farquhar's "The Inconstant" is a vibrant example of early 18th-century comedy that intricately explores themes of love, fidelity, and deception within the context of Restoration theatrical conventions. The play showcases Farquhar's characteristic wit and keen observations of social mores, employing a lively blend of humor and pathos. Through clever dialogue and engaging character dynamics, ... Read more

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  • The Beaux-Stratagem

    A comedy in five acts

    by George Farquhar ...
    In George Farquhar's comic masterpiece, "The Beaux-Stratagem," the audience is drawn into a vibrant tapestry of Restoration England, where trickery, love, and the quest for social mobility intertwine. The play is characterized by its witty dialogue and richly developed characters, employing a blend of farce and romance that critiques societal norms of the early 18th century. Farquhar employs a ... Read more

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  • The Recruiting Officer

    by George Farquhar ...
    In this uproarious Restoration comedy, a pair of fellows tasked with the responsibility of recruiting soldiers to bolster the British war effort are preoccupied by their disastrous romantic entanglements. The Recruiting Officer also has the distinction of being the first play ever performed in New York City. ... Read more

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