The Second Maiden's Tragedy

By Thomas Middleton

Book Overview

The Second Maiden's Tragedy is a play written by the English playwright Thomas Middleton. It was first performed in the early 17th century, but was not published until 1611. The play is a tragedy that tells the story of a young woman named Amintor, who is forced to marry a cruel and abusive man named Evander. Amintor falls in love with another man, but is caught in a web of deceit and betrayal that leads to her tragic demise. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and revenge, and features complex characters and intricate plot twists. The Second Maiden's Tragedy is considered one of Middleton's most powerful works, and is a staple of English Renaissance drama.HELVETIUS Think? You come too late If you seek there for me. I know't and see't. I'll sooner give my blessing to a drunkard, Whom the ridiculous power of wine makes humble As foolish use makes thee. Base-spirited girl, That canst not think above disgrace and beggary.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: 1419181858
• ISBN13: 9781419181856
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.2"