The Beneficent Bear

The Beneficent Bear: A Comedy in Three Acts is a play written by Italian playwright Carlo Goldoni, first published in 1915. The play is set in Venice and revolves around the character of Pantalone, a wealthy merchant, who is desperate to marry off his daughter to a wealthy suitor. However, his daughter has her own ideas and falls in love with a poor but kind-hearted artist named Florindo. The play is a classic example of the commedia dell'arte genre, with its use of stock characters such as the scheming servant Arlecchino and the foolish doctor Balanzoni. The plot is full of misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and comic situations, as the characters try to navigate their way through the various obstacles that stand in the way of true love.Goldoni's play is known for its witty dialogue, colorful characters, and light-hearted tone. It is a classic example of Italian comedy and has been performed countless times over the years. The Beneficent Bear is a delightful and entertaining play that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.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.