The Relapse - Vanbrugh, John
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"The Relapse" by John Vanbrugh is a Restoration comedy that offers a witty and satirical exploration of love, marriage, and social mores in 17th-century England. Set in London, the play follows the story of Lord Foppington, a shallow and extravagant nobleman, as he attempts to court the virtuous heiress, Amanda. Central to the plot is the character of Loveless, who, despite being married to Amanda, embarks on a flirtatious dalliance with the courtesan Berinthia. Meanwhile, Amanda's brother, Young Fashion, becomes entangled in his own romantic misadventures. Through a series of comedic…mehr

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"The Relapse" by John Vanbrugh is a Restoration comedy that offers a witty and satirical exploration of love, marriage, and social mores in 17th-century England. Set in London, the play follows the story of Lord Foppington, a shallow and extravagant nobleman, as he attempts to court the virtuous heiress, Amanda. Central to the plot is the character of Loveless, who, despite being married to Amanda, embarks on a flirtatious dalliance with the courtesan Berinthia. Meanwhile, Amanda's brother, Young Fashion, becomes entangled in his own romantic misadventures. Through a series of comedic misunderstandings and miscommunications, the characters navigate the complexities of desire, fidelity, and societal expectations.
Autorenporträt
John Vanbrugh, né le 24 janvier 1664 et mort le 26 mars 1726, est un architecte et dramaturge britannique. On lui doit notamment l'édification de palais de Blenheim et du château Howard. Il rédige également deux comédies engagées et argumentées : La Rechute ou la Vertu en danger en 1696 et L'Épouse outragée en 1697.