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The Love-Chase

1800

James Sheridan Knowles

The Love-Chase

James Sheridan Knowles

1800

The Love-Chase is a comedy play written by James Sheridan Knowles, first performed in 1837 at the Haymarket Theatre in London. The narrative centers on the romantic pursuits of Sir William Fondlove and his daughter Constance, along with a cast of suitors including Master Waller and Master Wildrake. The play explores themes of desire, jealousy, and the folly of love, characterized by witty banter and complex relationships. Notable for its professional construction, it showcases Knowles' skill as a leading playwright of his time.

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A play written in the mid-19th century, specifically set in a contemporary London. The story revolves around the intrica...

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The Love Chase is an 1837 comedy play by the Irish-born writer James Sheridan Knowles. It premiered at the Haymarket The...

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James Knowles (1784 - 1862) was an Irish actor and dramatist. As a teen he published The Welsh Harper, which was a balla...

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