John Fletcher

The Little French Lawyer is a Jacobean era stage play, a comedy written by John Fletcher and Philip Massinger. It was initially published in the first Beaumont and Fletcher folio of 1647. Definite information on the play's date of authorship and early performance history is lacking. Scholars generally date the play to the 1619-23 period. The second Beaumont/Fletcher folio of 1679 provides a cast list for the play, which includes Joseph Taylor, Nicholas Tooley, John Lowin, William Ecclestone, John Underwood, Richard Sharpe, Robert Benfield, and Thomas Holcombe. This is the same cast of actors from the King's Men that the folio gives for The Custom of the Country and Women Pleased, plays that are thought to date from the same era.

A riotous comedy of manners from the English Renaissance, "Rule a Wife, and Have a Wife" explores the tumultuous landscape of marriage and gender roles in 17th-century England. Written by the masterful playwrights Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher, this play, part of their collected works, showcases the duo's signature wit and sharp social commentary. A classic of the comedic stage, this play offers a glimpse into the societal expectations and power dynamics that defined relationships of the era. As relevant today as it was centuries ago, "Rule a Wife, and Have a Wife" is a timeless exploration of love, partnership, and the challenges of navigating the complexities of married life. This carefully prepared print edition brings Beaumont & Fletcher's comedic genius to life. A must-read for enthusiasts of classic drama and those interested in the historical representation of social mores.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.