Fortune By Land And Sea

Fortune By Land And Sea: A Tragi-Comedy is a play written by Thomas Heywood and first published in 1899. The play is set in the early 17th century and follows the story of two brothers, Charles and William, who are both in love with the same woman, Lady Rich. The play explores themes of love, jealousy, and revenge, as well as the impact of social class on relationships.The play is divided into five acts and features a wide range of characters, including pirates, merchants, and aristocrats. The plot is driven by a series of misunderstandings and miscommunications, as well as the manipulations of Lady Rich and her father, Lord Rich. The play also features a number of subplots, including the story of a young woman named Lucy who is forced into marriage against her will.Overall, Fortune By Land And Sea: A Tragi-Comedy is a complex and engaging play that offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of early 17th century England. Heywood's writing is witty and insightful, and the play remains a popular choice for both scholars and theater enthusiasts today.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.