The Fatal Jealousie (1673) by active 1672-1710 Henry Neville Payne

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Author Payne, Henry Neville, active 1672-1710, -1710?
Commentator Thorp, Willard, 1899-1990
Title The Fatal Jealousie (1673)
Note Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Fatal Jealousy" by Henry Nevil Payne is a tragedy written in the late 17th century. The play explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and the passionate turmoil of its characters. The story revolves around the tormented Don Antonio, who struggles with unfounded jealousy concerning his wife, Cælia, and the repercussions of his intense emotional state on their lives. The beginning of "The Fatal Jealousy" introduces a conflicted Don Antonio and his wife, Cælia, who engages him in a desperate attempt to prove her innocence after a scandalous incident involving her late cousin, Don Lewis, that has deeply affected their relationship. Antonio's jealousy consumes him, leading to accusations and emotional torment as he grapples with his feelings of betrayal. As other characters are introduced, including friends and rivals, the stage is set for a complex interplay of relationships marked by deceit and intrigue, foreshadowing the tragic events that will unfold in the remainder of the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama
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EBook-No. 16916
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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