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Marsh, A.
Behn, Aphra
1640
1689
Behn, Aphra Amis
Behn, Anne
Bhen, A. (Aphra)
Behn, Afra
Behn, Aphara
Behn, Ayfara
Johnson, Aphra
Harvey, John
1938
Харви, Джон
The Ten Pleasures of Marriage
and the Second Part, The Confession of the New Married Couple
Attributed to Aphra Behn
Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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"The Ten Pleasures of Marriage" by A. Marsh is a satirical treatise attributed to Aphra Behn, likely written in the late 17th century. This work explores the various delights and pains associated with marriage, presenting a humorous and ironic perspective on the institution, particularly through the experiences of newlywed couples navigating the complexities of their newfound relationships. At the start of the book, the narrator introduces the central theme: the alluring but often troublesome aspects of matrimony. The opening delves into the behaviors and thoughts of young suitors consumed by love, illustrating their naivety and the absurd lengths they will go to achieve romantic desires. The narrative humorously catalogues the subsequent challenges of marriage, emphasizing the contrast between initial joys and the reality of domestic life. Through vivid anecdotes and witty observations, the stage is set for a comedic exploration of the trials and pleasures that accompany the marriage contract, foreshadowing the multifaceted nature of relationships explored throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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