The Royal Merchant

The Royal Merchant: An Opera is a play written by John Fletcher and first performed in 1768. The story revolves around the character of Antonio, a wealthy merchant who falls in love with a princess named Rosalind. However, their love is threatened by the evil designs of Antonio's rival, the Duke of Milan. The play is set in Italy and features a cast of characters that includes courtiers, merchants, and servants. The Royal Merchant is known for its lively music and witty dialogue, and it has been praised for its portrayal of the complexities of love and power. Overall, it is a classic example of 18th-century opera and a testament to John Fletcher's skill as a playwright.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.