The Dramatic Writings of Nicholas Udall, Comprising Ralph Roister Doister - a Note on Udall's Lost Plays-Notebook and Word-List (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Ralph Roister Doister: An Elizabethan Comedy of Boastful Courtship

A lively, early modern comedy of schemes and double talk, where wooing and mischief collide in a bustling world of debt, pride, and humorous bravado. This edition brings the full interplay of witty rivals, a steadfast heroine, and a bungling suitor to vivid life.

In these pages, Ralph Roister Doister pursues love with bold boasts and bold plans, while Matthew Merrygreek schemes to guide, influence, and nudge him toward a happy ending. The action moves through public bravado and private worry, with colorful servants, comic confrontations, and rapid stage business that keeps the mood light and energetic.
What you’ll experience

• Quick-witted dialogue and farcical plots that hinge on social missteps and bold promises
• A window into Elizabethan stagecraft, including lively entrances, disguises, and crowd scenes
• Characters who wrestle with desire, pride, and the idea of a suitable marriage
• A balance of humor and heart as the couple’s fate unfolds

Ideal for readers who enjoy classic comedies, stage history, and lively wordplay from a vibrant theatrical era.

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