The Bride, Vol. 8: Reprinted for the First Time From a Copy of the Original Edition of 1617 in the Library of Harvard College (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Samuel Rowlands

9780666555687: The Bride, Vol. 8: Reprinted for the First Time From a Copy of the Original Edition of 1617 in the Library of Harvard College (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0666555680 ISBN 13: 9780666555687

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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The Bride is a 1617 verse dialogue that satirizes ideas of marriage, maidenhead, and social expectations through lively exchanges between two young women and their friends.

This edition presents the poem in its historical form, offering a glimpse intoJacobean language and humor as characters debate freedom, duties, and the right way to wed. The verse is written in a six-line heroic stanza and features a mix of wit, storytelling, and commentary on love and marriage in early 17th‑century London.

Engaging dialogue that voices questions about freedom, duty, and how to choose a partner.
Playful, brisk verse that blends humor with reflections on social norms.
A historical snapshot of early 1600s English life and literary style.
Accessible, compact poetry that invites readers to consider timeless questions about love and marriage.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical verse, early modern satire, and character-driven poetry that probes gender roles with wit and charm.

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