Francis Beaumont

Francis Beaumont

Author: Charles Mills Gayley

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2019-12-06

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13:

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"Francis Beaumont" is a biographical book by Charles Mills Gayley, a professor of English, the Classics, and Academic Dean of the University of California at Berkeley. It covers the life of Francis Beaumont, a dramatist in the English Renaissance theatre, most famous for his collaborations with John Fletcher. Although today Beaumont is remembered as a dramatist, during his lifetime he was also celebrated as a poet.


The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher

The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher

Author: Francis Fletcher, John Beaumont

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2019-09-25

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 3734092434

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Reproduction of the original: The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher by Francis Beaumont, John Fletcher


Life of Francis Beaumont. Life of John Fletcher. Prefaces. Commendatory poems. Verses on an honest man's fortune. Beaumont's letter to Jonson. Last editor's preface. Maid's tragedy. Philaster. King and no king. Scornful lady. Custom of the country. Elder brother. Spanish curate. Wit without money. Beggar's bush. Humorous lieutenant. Faithful shepherdess. Mad lover. Loyal subject. Rule a wife and have a wife. Laws of candy. False one

Life of Francis Beaumont. Life of John Fletcher. Prefaces. Commendatory poems. Verses on an honest man's fortune. Beaumont's letter to Jonson. Last editor's preface. Maid's tragedy. Philaster. King and no king. Scornful lady. Custom of the country. Elder brother. Spanish curate. Wit without money. Beggar's bush. Humorous lieutenant. Faithful shepherdess. Mad lover. Loyal subject. Rule a wife and have a wife. Laws of candy. False one

Author: Francis Beaumont

Publisher:

Published: 1811

Total Pages: 712

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The Little French Lawyer

The Little French Lawyer

Author: Francis Beaumont

Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand

Published: 2024-04-05

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13:

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"The Little French Lawyer" is a comedic play co-authored by John Fletcher and Francis Beaumont, believed to have been first performed in the early 17th century. Set in France, the play follows the misadventures of a cunning French lawyer named Cleremont, who is known for his crafty and manipulative ways. The plot revolves around Cleremont's efforts to outsmart and manipulate various characters for personal gain. He becomes embroiled in a complicated love triangle involving a wealthy heiress, Isabella, and her suitors. Using his wit and cunning, Cleremont orchestrates a series of humorous and farcical situations, leading to unexpected twists and turns. As the play unfolds, Cleremont's schemes are eventually exposed, and he finds himself outwitted by his own cleverness. However, true love prevails in the end, and the characters find happiness despite Cleremont's meddling.