Beggars Bush From the Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (Volume 2 of 10) By: Francis Beaumont (1584-1616)
"Beggars Bush" is the second volume in a collection of works by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher, and it showcases the playwrights' talent for crafting engaging and dynamic characters. The story follows a group of beggars who become entangled in various adventures and schemes, leading to both comedic and dramatic moments. The play is filled with witty dialogue and clever wordplay, showcasing the authors' skill in creating lively and entertaining banter between characters. The plot moves at a brisk pace, keeping the reader engaged and interested in the outcome of the beggars' escapades. Despite its entertaining qualities, "Beggars Bush" also offers deeper themes and insights into human nature. The characters grapple with issues of identity, loyalty, and morality, adding depth and complexity to the play's narrative. Overall, "Beggars Bush" is a delightful read that blends humor and drama in a compelling way. Fans of classic literature and theater will appreciate the wit and charm of this play, making it a worthy addition to any collection of works by Beaumont and Fletcher. First Page: BEGGARS BUSH, A COMEDY. Persons Represented in the Play. Wolfort, an usurper of the Earldom of Flanders. Gerrard, falsely called Clause, King of the Beggars, Father in Law to Florez. Hubert, an honest Lord, a friend to Gerrard. Florez, falsely called Goswin, a rich Merchant of Bruges. Hempskirke, a Captain under Wolford. Herman a Courtier ,} inhabitants of A Merchant, } Flanders. Vandunke, a drunken Merchant friend to Gerrard, falsely called Father to Bertha. Vanlock, and 4 Merchants, of Bruges. Higgen, } Prigg, } Three Knavish Beggars . Snapp, } Ferret, } Two Gentlemen disguised under those Ginkes, } names of Gerrard's party . Clown. Boores. Servants. Guard. A Sailor. WOMEN . Jaculin, Daughter to Gerrard, beloved of Hubert. Bertha called Gertrude, Daughter to the Duke of Brabant, Mistress to Florez. Margaret, Wife to Vandunke. Mrs Frances, a frow Daughter to Vanlock. The Scene Flanders. ACTUS PRIMUS. SCENA PRIMA . Enter a Merchant and Herman. Mer. Is he then taken? Her. And brought back even now, Sir. Mer . He was not in disgrace? Her . No man more lov'd, Nor more deserv'd it, being the only man That durst be honest in this Court... Continue reading book >>

Beggars Bush From the Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (Volume 2 of 10) By: Francis Beaumont (1584-1616)

"Beggars Bush" is the second volume in a collection of works by Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher, and it showcases the playwrights' talent for crafting engaging and dynamic characters. The story follows a group of beggars who become entangled in various adventures and schemes, leading to both comedic and dramatic moments.

The play is filled with witty dialogue and clever wordplay, showcasing the authors' skill in creating lively and entertaining banter between characters. The plot moves at a brisk pace, keeping the reader engaged and interested in the outcome of the beggars' escapades.

Despite its entertaining qualities, "Beggars Bush" also offers deeper themes and insights into human nature. The characters grapple with issues of identity, loyalty, and morality, adding depth and complexity to the play's narrative.

Overall, "Beggars Bush" is a delightful read that blends humor and drama in a compelling way. Fans of classic literature and theater will appreciate the wit and charm of this play, making it a worthy addition to any collection of works by Beaumont and Fletcher.

First Page:

BEGGARS BUSH,

A COMEDY.

Persons Represented in the Play.

Wolfort, an usurper of the Earldom of Flanders.

Gerrard, falsely called Clause, King of the Beggars, Father in Law to Florez.

Hubert, an honest Lord, a friend to Gerrard.

Florez, falsely called Goswin, a rich Merchant of Bruges.

Hempskirke, a Captain under Wolford.

Herman a Courtier ,} inhabitants of A Merchant, } Flanders.

Vandunke, a drunken Merchant friend to Gerrard, falsely called Father to Bertha.

Vanlock, and 4 Merchants, of Bruges.

Higgen, } Prigg, } Three Knavish Beggars . Snapp, }

Ferret, } Two Gentlemen disguised under those Ginkes, } names of Gerrard's party .

Clown. Boores. Servants. Guard. A Sailor.

WOMEN .

Jaculin, Daughter to Gerrard, beloved of Hubert.

Bertha called Gertrude, Daughter to the Duke of Brabant, Mistress to Florez.

Margaret, Wife to Vandunke.

Mrs Frances, a frow Daughter to Vanlock.

The Scene Flanders.

ACTUS PRIMUS. SCENA PRIMA .

Enter a Merchant and Herman.

Mer. Is he then taken?

Her. And brought back even now, Sir.

Mer . He was not in disgrace?

Her . No man more lov'd, Nor more deserv'd it, being the only man That durst be honest in this Court... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher in Ten Volumes Volume I.	The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher Volume 2 of 10: Introduction to the Elder Brother	Beggars Bush From the Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (Volume 2 of 10)
The Faithful Shepherdess The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (Volume 2 of 10).	Wit Without Money The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher	The Mad Lover The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (3 of 10)

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