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Title: Jane Shore : A tragedy, in five acts
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "Jane Shore: A Tragedy, in five acts" by Nicholas Rowe is a historical tragedy written during the early 18th century, likely in the early 1700s. The play focuses on the life of Jane Shore, a woman who becomes a victim of political machinations and personal betrayal in the court of King Edward IV. It explores themes of love, despair, and redemption in the context of royal intrigue and moral consequences. The plot revolves around Jane Shore, once the beloved mistress of King Edward IV, who faces devastating repercussions following his death. As the Duke of Gloster schemes to gain power, Jane finds herself embroiled in a web of manipulation and treachery. Her friend Alicia, distressed by her own love for Lord Hastings, further complicates matters. Despite Jane's attempts to seek justice and support, the machinations of the influential and powerful lead to a tragic downfall, culminating in her public humiliation and ultimate demise. The tragedy serves as a poignant commentary on the vulnerability of women navigating a world dominated by male ambition and the consequences of their choices in love and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Rowe, Nicholas, 1674-1718
EBook No.: 30505
Published: Nov 20, 2009
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Shore, Jane, -1527? -- Drama
Subject: Edward IV, King of England, 1442-1483 -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Jane Shore : A tragedy, in five acts
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Canada Team at http:
//www.pgdpcanada.net
Summary: "Jane Shore: A Tragedy, in five acts" by Nicholas Rowe is a historical tragedy written during the early 18th century, likely in the early 1700s. The play focuses on the life of Jane Shore, a woman who becomes a victim of political machinations and personal betrayal in the court of King Edward IV. It explores themes of love, despair, and redemption in the context of royal intrigue and moral consequences. The plot revolves around Jane Shore, once the beloved mistress of King Edward IV, who faces devastating repercussions following his death. As the Duke of Gloster schemes to gain power, Jane finds herself embroiled in a web of manipulation and treachery. Her friend Alicia, distressed by her own love for Lord Hastings, further complicates matters. Despite Jane's attempts to seek justice and support, the machinations of the influential and powerful lead to a tragic downfall, culminating in her public humiliation and ultimate demise. The tragedy serves as a poignant commentary on the vulnerability of women navigating a world dominated by male ambition and the consequences of their choices in love and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Rowe, Nicholas, 1674-1718
EBook No.: 30505
Published: Nov 20, 2009
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Shore, Jane, -1527? -- Drama
Subject: Edward IV, King of England, 1442-1483 -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.