The Fine Lady's Airs (1709) by Thomas Baker
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"The Fine Lady's Airs" by Thomas Baker is a comedy play written in the early 18th century. The story revolves around the Courtly pursuits and romantic entanglements prevalent among the upper classes of London, particularly focusing on the character of Lady Rodomont, a wealthy heiress known for her wit, beauty, and disdain for marriage, as she navigates the attention of various suitors returning from war. The opening portion sets the stage for
the characters and the societal dynamics at play. It begins with Sir Harry, attending to his valet Shrimp, who remarks on the distractions of high society amidst the backdrop of recent military victories. As various characters enter, the lively banter reveals their personalities and motivations. Major Bramble displays an anti-establishment attitude, while Mr. Nicknack represents the merchant class, eager to win Lady Rodomont's favor. Through light-hearted exchanges, the scene establishes the contrasting views on love and wealth, hinting at the comedic conflicts that will arise as these characters interact within the bustling society of London. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Baker, Thomas, 1680?-1749 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 51006502 |
| Title | The Fine Lady's Airs (1709) |
| Note | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 25 |
| Credits | Produced by David Starner, Charles Bidwell and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14467 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14467-2 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 405 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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