The Puritan Or The Widow Of Watling Street

""The Puritan or The Widow of Watling Street"" is a play written by Thomas Middleton in the early 17th century. The play revolves around the character of Zeal-of-the-Land Busy, a Puritan who is determined to rid London of all immoral activities. Busy's attempts to enforce his strict morality on the people of London lead to a series of comical misunderstandings and mishaps. The play also features the character of the Widow, a wealthy woman who becomes embroiled in Busy's schemes. As the plot unfolds, the Widow's fortunes rise and fall, and she is forced to navigate the complex social and political landscape of early modern London. Through its portrayal of the clash between Puritanism and the libertine culture of London, ""The Puritan or The Widow of Watling Street"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural history of the period.MOLL Not marry? Forswear marriage? Why, all women know 'tis as honourable a thing as to lie with a man, and I, to spite my sister's vow the more, have entertained a suitor already, a fine gallant knight of the last feather. He says he will coach me too, and well appoint me, allow me money to dice withal, and many such pleasing protestations he sticks upon my lips.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.