The Toy Shop (1735) The King and the Miller of Mansfield (1737) by Robert Dodsley

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Author Dodsley, Robert, 1703-1764
Editor Solomon, Harry M.
LoC No. 84124836
Title The Toy Shop (1735) The King and the Miller of Mansfield (1737)
Series Title Publication Number 218-219
Note Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Toy Shop (1735) The King and the Miller of Mansfield (1737)" by Robert Dodsley is a collection of two short plays written in the early 18th century. These works reflect the evolving landscape of English drama during the Augustan period, focusing on satire and moral themes relevant to society. Both plays explore the follies of humanity through a comedic lens, encapsulating Dodsley’s observations on human behavior and societal norms. In "The Toy Shop," the narrative revolves around a toy shop where the shopkeeper humorously critiques the trivial nature of societal values and human vanity through the sale of various baubles and curiosities. Employing wit and satire, the shopkeeper serves as a moral commentator on the absurdities of human nature and societal priorities. In contrast, "The King and the Miller of Mansfield" portrays a more earnest tale where the King, while lost in Sherwood Forest, encounters a miller who exemplifies the virtues of honesty and integrity. The play explores themes of justice and human worth, culminating in a resolution that emphasizes merit over nobility. Together, these plays embody Dodsley's aim to entertain while simultaneously provoking thought about societal values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama -- 18th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 36491
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Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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