The False Count or a New Way to Play an Old Game

By Aphra Behn

Book Overview

The False Count Or A New Way To Play An Old Game is a play written by Aphra Behn, a prominent English playwright and novelist of the 17th century. The play revolves around the character of Don John, a young nobleman who is known for his charming personality and his ability to seduce women. Don John is in love with the beautiful and virtuous Isabella, but she rejects his advances, citing his reputation as a womanizer. In order to win her over, Don John disguises himself as his own cousin, the Count, and uses this new identity to woo Isabella. However, his plan is complicated by the arrival of the real Count, who is also in love with Isabella. The play is a witty and entertaining exploration of love, deception, and the power dynamics between men and women in 17th century England. It is notable for its strong female characters, including Isabella, who is portrayed as intelligent and independent, and the Countess, who is a formidable opponent to Don John's schemes. Overall, The False Count Or A New Way To Play An Old Game is a fascinating glimpse into the world of Restoration-era theater and the work of one of its most talented and influential writers.Not I, be witness heav'n with what reluctancy I forc't my breaking heart; and can I see, that charming Body in my Sisters Armes that Mouth that has so oft sworn love to me, kist by anothers Lips no, Jacinta, that night that gives him to another Woman, shall see him dead between the Charmers Armes. My life I hate, and when I live no more for Carlos, I'll cease to be at all, it is resolv'd.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: 1162694289
• ISBN13: 9781162694283
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 7.5"