The Works of ... John Fletcher

This is Volume 1 of a multi-volume collection of the works of John Fletcher, a prominent English dramatist of the Jacobean and Caroline periods. Best known for his collaborations with William Shakespeare and Francis Beaumont, Fletcher’s plays are celebrated for their wit, dramatic invention, and influence on subsequent generations of playwrights. This collection presents a comprehensive compilation of his dramatic works, showcasing his contributions to English literature and theater. Readers will find a rich tapestry of comedies, tragedies, and tragicomedies, reflecting the diverse styles and themes that characterized Fletcher’s writing. This volume offers scholars and enthusiasts alike a valuable resource for understanding the depth and breadth of Fletcher’s dramatic oeuvre.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.