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She Stoops to Conquer
MISS HARDCASTLE. (Alone). Lud, this news of papa's puts me all in a flutter. Young, handsome: these he put last; but I put them foremost. Sensible, good-natured; I like all that. But then reserved and sheepish; that's much against him. Yet can't he be cured of his timidity, by being taught to be proud of his wife? Yes, and can't I--But I vow I'm disposing of the husband be...more
Paperback, 84 pages
Published
June 1st 2004
by Kessinger Publishing
(first published 1773)
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choose between putting your fiance in a challenege and test to see whether or not they do believe in true love of feelings and not that of emotions and find out for yourself whether or not they deserve your true love and decency or not.
is it true that a woman could win the heart of any man she wishes in such as stooping to conquer method?and what about what seems to be a saloon marriage which ends up in a modernly fashionable way of getting around fate to win more love and respect for wittiness...more
is it true that a woman could win the heart of any man she wishes in such as stooping to conquer method?and what about what seems to be a saloon marriage which ends up in a modernly fashionable way of getting around fate to win more love and respect for wittiness...more
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Here's the deal, I love to read plays and I think this play was 'ok' for reading. I mean, I did think that the plot was a little flimsy and I could see the plot twists from a mile away.
While reading it, I couldn't help but feel that I'd read this play already, or maybe some other play that was very, very similar. To be fair, there's probably some movie that stole the whole plot in it's entirety and I've watched it and forgotten it. It's not like anyone is coming up with anything new these days....more
While reading it, I couldn't help but feel that I'd read this play already, or maybe some other play that was very, very similar. To be fair, there's probably some movie that stole the whole plot in it's entirety and I've watched it and forgotten it. It's not like anyone is coming up with anything new these days....more
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I feel as though I rate it unfairly with two stars, yet I must because of its difficulty. The premise is sound, and I would imagine when well performed, it is an outstanding piece of theater. However, plays, by their very nature and structure, are a difficult read, and this one is compounded by the difficulties of deciphering 250 year old vernacular. Similar problems exist with Shakespeare: The story is excellent and the wit sublime - once you can comprehend it. However the labor required sucks...more
This comedy of 1773 has lasted while others of the era have not. The plot, dependent on multiple misunderstandings of roles and social positions, is amusing if not profound. Three characters in particular are unique and individual enough to engage the interest of the modern reader – Tony Lumpkin, the loutish clown; Marlow, the reluctant suitor who is articulate with lower class women but tongue-tied with his female peers; and especially Kate Hardcastle, the real charmer of the play, who dissembl...more
This is a vivacious and farcical play, but not very memorable for me. At times I had the feeling I had read it before, probably in college, but I had almost entirely forgotten it. The setting is the English countryside. The inciting incident is a practical joke. Two young men are told that a private house—a house they have been invited to visit— is an inn, so when they arrive, they order dinner, put the chatty landlord (master of the house) in his place, and mistake his daughter for a barmaid. T...more
A short play about courting. Tony Lumpkin doesn't want to marry his cousin, Miss Neville, even though his mother highly encourages the act. His sister (step-sister really) is about to meet the husband picked out for her by her father. Neither lady is very excited about the match. Apparently Miss Hardcastle (his sister) has been told that her husband is "bashful," a thing she cannot abide. And for her part, Miss Neville has a suitor that she is much more interested in.
Both of the suitors are head...more
Both of the suitors are head...more
Silly, clever little play that I did not expect to like at all and became entranced by it. It is so simple yet there are numerous twists and turns...very delightful and highly amusing. I had never heard of it, yet after reading I had heard it mentioned several times since. I guess I was alone in my ignorance but I'm delighted to have discovered this little gem. Thoroughly delightful!
A light-hearted romantic comedy, set in an English country house in or around the year it was written (1771). I enjoyed it pretty well. I can't say it's hilarious but certainly funny and I can imagine it on stage or as a movie and it could be funny in that form. Two quotes:
"Faith, I have often formed a resolution to break the ice, and rattle away at any rate. But I don't know how, a single glance from a pair of fine eyes has totally overset my resolution. An impudent fellow may counterfeit modes...more
"Faith, I have often formed a resolution to break the ice, and rattle away at any rate. But I don't know how, a single glance from a pair of fine eyes has totally overset my resolution. An impudent fellow may counterfeit modes...more
Most of my friends know I love British historical novels. Characters in these (set after the late 18th century) were often off to the theater to see "She Stoops to Conquer" so when I saw this free on Kindle, I decided to read it.
This play is a cute little romantic comedy and I enjoyed reading it. I read it mostly on my phone while I was standing in line here or there.
This play is a cute little romantic comedy and I enjoyed reading it. I read it mostly on my phone while I was standing in line here or there.
I'm not up on my sixteenth century drama as I should be, so the breadth of this comedy threw me a lttle off stride. Then I remember commedia dell'arte and I was grounded again. Funny in a coarse, simplistic way, but important in its place in the history of drama. One you need to be able to remember, necessarily.
To this I adore so much and I am now on the second showing of the screen adaptation, I would read this everyday if I could fit it in, its witty, and its brilliantly written, the setting is amazing I love every character in this book, I would highly recommend it to any avid book reader.
this book which was written as a reaction against sentimental comedy falls under the category of a comedy of manners or a laughing comedy. I had to read this for college but i actually enjoyed it. I read it in just one sitting. This is an easy read that is quite funny.
I had to check the dictionary more often compared to when reading regular books. And sometimes, the dictionary doesn't even contain the words from this 1700's comedy! Other than that, it was pretty funny. I bet that it's more hilarious when performed. (Got to check out if there's some on YouTube.)
What will a woman do to catch a man? That is the theme of this comedy, where the lady in question "stoops" to being a maid, as the gentleman is uncomfortable around upper class ladies. There are subplots as well, but all is in merriment. A fun read, but it would probably be much better at the theater.
One of those long lasting plays that deals with love, class, misunderstandings, and fun. The language may slow you down but I highly recommend this play especially if you can go see a production of it after you read it. Why fun.
My dad lent this book to me as a quick read with a cute story. It was definitely a fast read, and the story was enjoyable if extremely silly. Goldsmith really enjoys writing about ridiculous people (see The Vicar of Wakefield).
A Slightly entertaining comedic play, the different situations each character got themselves into were funny but not hilarious. The writing was well done but lacked to entrap my attention......Timothy~
Saw the play at the Art's Club... so funny decided to read the book.... A comedy of manners...and errors! Good example of play with romance, and a bit of satire & bit of farce....
I didn't expect to like it because of its simple plot and the fact that it was written in the 16th century, but it's pretty funny and has some clever lines.
Very reminiscent of the time period. My only complaint is that the plot was very simple, and sometimes the one plot line made things very predictable.
I would love to see this performed! I enjoyed the read, but I felt like a lot of the humor escaped me. With great actors I feel this could be wonderful!
A classic comedy steeped in dramatic irony, awkward situations, and word play. I can't decide if I would rather watch a production, or be in one.
A very funny play with an interesting character called Tomy who once called himself " a pretty boy'!!!!!!!!
Okay, but rather one-note and labored. It doesn't have the delicious wit of The School for Scandal.
Very confusing. I enjoyed it, because I adore resoration language - but it's so hard to keep track of the plot!
This play is lively the entire way through. I love the different voices these characters have and the opportunities for humor!
since I really miss this appealing kind of plays I'm so convinced that it deserves the five stars.
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