The Life and Complete Works in Prose and Verse of Robert Greene, M.A, Vol. 8 of 12 (Classic Reprint): Prose: Greenes Never Too Late, And, Francescos ... Francescos Fortunes, 1590 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A witty, cautionary tale of love, fortune, and the tricks of desire from 1590, told with sharp wit and vivid scenes.
This edition presents Greenes Neuer too late, a classic Renaissance pamphlet that blends fiction with moral reflection. It follows a tale of love, money, and flirtation, offering insight into how passion and vanity can shape a beloved legend.
Written in lively prose, the book uses letters, dialogue, and narratorial commentary to explore how desire tests character and virtue. Readers will encounter vivid characters, sharp social observations, and a voice that captures the era’s blend of humor and warning.
- Engaging early modern storytelling with dialogue, letters, and dramatic turns.
- Clear window into Elizabethan attitudes toward love, wealth, and virtue.
- Rich period language presented for accessible modern reading.
- Standalone prose that stands as a vivid example of Greene’s ironic style.
Ideal for fans of Renaissance satire, historical fiction, and readers curious about early English prose.
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