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Thomas Heywood

    Thomas Heywood was a prolific English playwright active during the late Elizabethan and early Jacobean eras. He is celebrated for his masterful works, including a notable domestic tragedy. Though he claimed involvement in two hundred plays, only a fraction of his extensive output survives. His writing often delves into the complexities of human nature and the societal issues of his time.

    The Fair Maid Of The Exchange: A Comedy. Fortune By Land And Sea
    Witches of Lancashire
    A Woman Killed with Kindness and Other Domestic Plays
    The Fair Maid of the West
    The Rape of Lucrece
    The Royal King And Loyal Subject; A Woman Killed With Kindness
    • 2024

      A Woman Killed with Kindness

      • 102 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Set in Jacobean England, this domestic tragedy delves into themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers on Anne Frankford, a virtuous woman devastated by her husband's infidelity, as she navigates her conflicting feelings of duty and the desire for justice. John Frankford, her husband, grapples with guilt over his actions. Through vivid characters and emotionally charged dialogue, the play offers a profound exploration of love, loyalty, and redemption, ensuring its lasting impact on audiences.

      A Woman Killed with Kindness
    • 2024

      The book is a reprint of a classic work originally published in 1842, offering readers a chance to explore its historical significance and literary value. This edition preserves the essence of the original text, allowing contemporary audiences to engage with the themes and ideas that shaped its time. The reprint serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of literature and the cultural context of the 19th century.

      A Marriage Triumph, on the Nuptials of the Prince Palatine, and the Princess Elizabeth, Daughter of James I.
    • 2024

      Thomas Heywood

      • 610 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      The preservation of Thomas Heywood's classical work highlights its significance in human history. Alpha Editions has modernized the text through careful reformatting and redesign, ensuring clarity and readability for contemporary readers. This edition serves to keep Heywood's contributions to English literature accessible for both present and future generations, emphasizing the enduring value of his insights and storytelling.

      Thomas Heywood
    • 2023
    • 2023

      Fortune by Land and Sea

      • 124 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      A rollicking adventure story set in Tudor England, Fortune by Land and Sea follows the exploits of a young man who sets out to seek his fortune on the high seas. Along the way, he encounters pirates, battles, and romance, in a tale that is both thrilling and entertaining.

      Fortune by Land and Sea
    • 2023

      A comprehensive collection of plays by the versatile English playwright Thomas Heywood, including his popular works 'The Royall King and the Loyall Subject', 'Pleasant Dialogues and Drammas', and 'Fortune by Land and Sea'. Heywood's plays offer vivid portrayals of the social and political realities of his time and showcase his mastery of both tragedy and comedy. A must-read for fans of Elizabethan and Jacobean drama.

      The Dramatic Works of Thomas Heywood: The Royall King and the Loyall Subject. Pleasant Dialogues and Drammas. Fortune by Land and Sea [By Tho. Haywood
    • 2023
    • 2023

      Featuring the works of one of the most prolific playwrights of the Elizabethan era, this collection showcases Thomas Heywood's contributions to Renaissance theater. It includes some of his most renowned plays, offering readers a vibrant glimpse into the dramatic art of the time. Additionally, the edition contains a memoir by John Pearson, providing further insight into Heywood's life and influence in the world of drama.

      The Dramatic Works of Thomas Heywood: Memoir. First and Second Parts of King Edward the Fourth. If You Know Not Me, You Know No Body, Or the Troubles
    • 2023

      Featuring works by Thomas Heywood, this collection showcases significant plays from the Elizabethan era, including 'A Woman Killed with Kindness' and 'The English Traveller.' It offers readers a glimpse into the vibrant world of early modern theater, enriched by informative notes and a memoir of Heywood himself. This volume is a valuable resource for enthusiasts of Shakespearean drama, highlighting the contributions of one of the 17th century's most celebrated playwrights.

      The Dramatic Works of Thomas Heywood: Now First Collected With Illustrative Notes and a Memoir of the Author; Volume 3