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The original of this facsimile the Capell Collection at Trinity College, Cambridge, to the authorities of which subscribers are especially indebted. So far as is known the example is unique. That in the Huth Collection (also unique) is dated 1612, whilst copies dated 1617, 1626, 1631 and 1655 are in the British Museum. The play was obviously popular.
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William Shakespeare was an English Poet, actor, playwright. He is the greatest writer in the English language in the World and the world's Greatest dramatist and Playwright. He was baptised the 26 April 1564 and died the 23 April 1616. He is often called England's National Poet and the Bard of Avon. William Shakespeare works consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two narrative poems, and a few other verses, the authorship of some of which is uncertain. His plays have been translated into every language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. William Shakespeare is the Father of modern Literature.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of 17th-century England, specifically focusing on the intriguing figure of Peter Fabel, a renowned scholar and magician known as the "Merry Devil of Edmonton." The author masterfully blends history and folklore, weaving a captivating tale around Fabel's life and the turbulent events that surround him. Through the play's rich dialogue and theatrical structure, the author explores themes of love, deception, and the ever-present conflict between good and evil. The story hinges on Fabel's ability to manipulate the supernatural, using his magic to influence the lives of those around him, including the ambitious Sir Arthur Clare, whose attempts to control Fabel's powers lead to unforeseen consequences. The book provides a unique glimpse into the anxieties of a society grappling with the blurry line between the natural and the mystical, offering a compelling testament to the enduring power of both belief and doubt in shaping human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333713904_0
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