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A Bold Stroke for a Husband

by Hannah Cowley

It is a Restoration comedy, a genre of play that was popular in England in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, characterized by its witty dialogue, sexual intrigue, and social satire. The play was well received in its time and is still performed today as a classic example of Restoration comedy."A Bold Stroke for a Husband" is a play written by Hannah Cowley in 1783.

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English

Original Language

English

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1783

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Hannah Cowley was an English playwright and poet. Although Cowley's plays and poetry did not enjoy wide popularity after the 19th century, critic Melinda Finberg rates her as "one of the foremost play...

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