The Duke of Milan: A Poetical Comedy, in Five Acts (1847)

The Duke of Milan is a poetic comedy written by Richard Newton Greaves and published in 1847. The play is divided into five acts and revolves around the character of Duke Alfonso of Milan, who is determined to find a suitable bride for himself. However, his plans are complicated by the arrival of two women - the beautiful but cunning Isabella and the virtuous and intelligent Leonora. As the Duke tries to choose between the two women, he finds himself embroiled in a series of humorous and romantic misadventures. Along the way, he is aided by his loyal servant, Antonio, and his wise advisor, Cardinal Borgia. The play is filled with witty dialogue, intricate plot twists, and colorful characters, making it a delightful read for fans of romantic comedies and poetic dramas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.