The Works of Mr. George Lillo, With Some Account of His Life, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Containing, the Fatal Curiosity, a Tragedy; Marina, a Tragedy; ... of Feversham, a Tragedy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore dramatic lives and deadly secrets in a classic collection from early Georgian theater. This volume gathers a slate of powerful tragedies and a masque by George Lillo, offering vivid stage scenes, sharp dialogue, and moral tension that still grips readers today. From intimate plots of love and deceit to the bustle of public life, the book blends intimate character work with sweeping dramatic moments.

This edition pulls together major works that showcase Lillo’s skill in crafting tense, morally driven drama. Readers will encounter danger, loyalty, and the consequences of ambition, all brought to life through stage directions, vivid language, and brisk plotting. The collection provides a window into early English tragedy and the craft of building suspense on the page.

- Five intertwined plays and a masque, including Arden of Feversham, with its tense investigation and sharp moral questions
- Rich dialogue that reveals character, motive, and shifting alliances
- Theatrical scenes ranging from private rooms to public spaces, with suspense that drives the action
- Themes of guilt, vengeance, and justice set against social and political pressures

Ideal for readers of classic drama and students of early English theater who enjoy dense character study and unfolding suspense.

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