The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title The Merry Wives of Windsor
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1517
Note Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary "The Merry Wives of Windsor" by William Shakespeare is a comedic play likely written during the late 16th century. The story revolves around the humorous entanglements of Sir John Falstaff as he attempts to woo two married women, Mistress Ford and Mistress Page, leading to a series of clever schemes and misunderstandings. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a variety of characters, including Justice Shallow, Sir Hugh Evans, and various members of the local gentry, setting a lively and whimsical tone. The opening scene features Justice Shallow discussing the flaws of Sir John Falstaff, hinting at the comedic conflict to come. The interactions among the characters reveal their personalities, with Justice Shallow and Sir Hugh Evans engaging in witty banter. As the plot unfolds, we learn that Falstaff intends to seduce both Mistress Ford and Mistress Page simultaneously, setting the stage for a comedic exploration of jealousy, trickery, and social class. This opening portion effectively establishes both the humorous tone and the intricate relationships that will drive the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject Falstaff, John, Sir (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Subject Married women -- Drama
Subject Windsor (Berkshire, England) -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 2237
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 22, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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