A Fair Quarrel

A Fair Quarrel is a play written by Thomas Middleton in the early 17th century. The play is set in London and revolves around the conflict between two friends, Frank and Wendoll, who both love the same woman, Anne. The play explores themes of jealousy, revenge, and the consequences of actions taken in the heat of the moment.Frank and Wendoll's friendship is put to the test when they both declare their love for Anne. The situation is further complicated when Anne's father, Sir Arthur, promises her hand in marriage to Frank, but Wendoll refuses to give up his pursuit of her. The two friends become bitter enemies and plot against each other, leading to a series of violent confrontations.As the play progresses, the characters' motivations become more complex and the consequences of their actions become more severe. The play ultimately ends in tragedy, with the characters realizing the high cost of their actions and the destructive power of jealousy and revenge.A Fair Quarrel is considered one of Middleton's most accomplished works, showcasing his skill in creating complex characters and exploring the darker aspects of human nature. The play is also notable for its use of language, with many memorable speeches and poetic passages.Captain Ager The Son Of A Whore? There Is Not Such Another Murdering-piece In All The Stock Of Calumny; It Kills At One Report Two Reputations, A Mother's And A Son's. If It Were Possible That Souls Could Fight After The Bodies Fell.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.