The Gamester (1753) by Edward Moore
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"The Gamester" by Edward Moore is a tragedy written in the mid-18th century. This play explores the destructive effects of gambling as it unfolds through the story of its protagonist, Beverley, who spirals into despair after losing his fortune and the affection of his family due to his vice. Key themes revolve around moral decline, familial love, and the quest for redemption, depicted through the interactions of Beverley and other characters, including
his troubled wife and his duplicitous friend, Stukely. At the start of the play, we witness the emotional turmoil of Mrs. Beverley, who tries to maintain hope despite their dire financial situation caused by her husband's gambling addiction. Her sister, Charlotte, expresses frustration and concern over their brother's reckless actions and his neglect of family responsibilities. As the opening scenes unfold, characters lament the impacts of the gambling vice while revealing their intertwined relationships and conflicting emotions. The complexity of love and betrayal begins to surface, setting the stage for the tragic consequences that will arise as the characters navigate themes of loyalty, despair, and the harsh realities of their circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Moore, Edward, 1712-1757 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Peake, Charles H. |
| Commentator | Wikelund, Phillip R. |
| Title | The Gamester (1753) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gamester_(Moore) |
| Note | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 14 |
| Credits |
Produced by David Starner, Louise Hope and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16267 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 422 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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