The Duenna

By Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Thomas Linley

Book Overview

The Duenna is a classic play written by the renowned Irish playwright, Richard Brinsley Sheridan. The play is set in Spain and revolves around the story of a young man named Don Antonio, who is in love with a beautiful young woman named Clara. However, Clara's father, Don Jerome, disapproves of the match and insists that his daughter marry a wealthy but elderly nobleman named Don Ferdinand.To help Don Antonio win Clara's heart, his friend Isaac Mendoza suggests that they hire a duenna, or chaperone, to help them outwit Don Jerome and win over Clara. They hire a beautiful and witty duenna named Louisa, who not only helps them in their scheme but also falls in love with Isaac.The play is full of mistaken identities, misunderstandings, and clever plot twists as the characters try to outmaneuver each other. The Duenna is a romantic comedy that explores themes of love, class, and social norms. It is a witty and entertaining play that has been beloved by audiences for over two centuries.Jerome. Very well, ma'am, then mark me--never more will I see or converse with you till you return to your duty-- no reply--this and your chamber shall be your appartments, I never will stir out without leaving you under lock and key, and when I'm at home no creature can approach you but thro' my library--we'll try who can be most obstinate-- out of my sight--There remain till you know your duty.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162693134
• ISBN13: 9781162693132
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"