Antonio And Mellida And Antonio's Revenge, 1602 (1922)

Antonio and Mellida and Antonio's Revenge is a play written by John Marston in 1602. The play is a tragicomedy that follows the story of Antonio, a nobleman, and Mellida, a woman of lower social standing whom he falls in love with. The play explores themes of love, jealousy, revenge, and class conflict.Antonio and Mellida begins with the courtship of Antonio and Mellida, which is complicated by the disapproval of Mellida's father and the jealousy of other suitors. The play then takes a darker turn when Antonio is accused of murder and forced to flee. In Antonio's Revenge, the sequel to the play, Antonio returns to seek revenge on those who wronged him and to win back Mellida's love.Marston's play is known for its complex characters and intricate plot, as well as its use of language and poetic devices. The play also contains elements of satire and social commentary, particularly in its portrayal of the corrupt and scheming courtiers who surround the king.This edition of Antonio and Mellida and Antonio's Revenge was published in 1922 and includes an introduction and notes by the editor, W.W. Greg. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Renaissance drama and literature.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.