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Routledge - The Rival Widows, or Fair Libertine (1735) Book

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Explore a neglected piece of literary history with Elizabeth Cooper's The Rival Widows, or Fair Libertine. This edition from the Early Modern Englishwoman (1500-1750) series brings a significant eighteenth-century play back to the forefront of scholarly and pedagogical study. Following the adventures of Lady Bellair, described as a "glowing, joyous young Widow," the narrative challenges standard expectations regarding marriage, desire, sentiment, and libertinism. By regendering these traditional themes, the play offers fresh perspectives for those studying history, culture, and gender during this era. Because this work has not been reprinted since its original 1735 publication, this specific edition is essential for researchers. It provides direct access to the original text through an old-spelling format, making it a vital resource for academic study and the preservation of female literary voices from the early modern period.

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Provides scholarly access to a neglected female writer through a rare text that has not been reprinted since 1735.

Uses an old-spelling edition to maintain historical accuracy for researchers studying eighteenth-century literature.

Offers a unique look at gender, marriage, and desire through the adventures of the character Lady Bellair.

Supports academic study of early modern history, culture, and gender dynamics within the 1500-1750 period.

Part of the professional Routledge series focused on the Early Modern Englishwoman.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 August 2007
Listed Since
11 May 2007

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