The Play Of Patient Grissell (1909)

By John Phillip

Book Overview

The Play of Patient Grissell is a historical play written by John Phillip in 1909. The play is based on the medieval tale of Patient Griselda, which tells the story of a peasant girl who marries a nobleman and endures a series of cruel tests of her loyalty and obedience. The play follows the same plot, with Grissell's husband subjecting her to various trials to test her loyalty and obedience. Grissell remains steadfast and patient throughout, eventually winning her husband's love and respect. The play is set in medieval England and features a cast of characters that includes nobles, peasants, and servants. It explores themes of loyalty, obedience, and love, and is a classic example of medieval literature. The Play of Patient Grissell is a timeless work that continues to be performed and studied today, and is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature and drama.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: 054860648X
• ISBN13: 9780548606483
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"