A King, and No King

Name: A King, and No King
Author: Francis Beaumont

By Francis Beaumont

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The drama begins with rival monarchs and a celebrated single combat that yields a prominent captive, whom the victor offers in marriage to his only sister, igniting questions of honor, rivalry, and political advantage. The central ruler becomes tormented by a consuming, forbidden attraction and by unsettling doubts about his birth and legitimacy. Competing loyalties, accusations of impropriety, courtly plotting, and comic subplots intensify tensions until inquiries and disclosures about parentage and conduct resolve misunderstandings, restore reputations, and realign alliances through marriage and reconciliation.

About the Author

Francis Beaumont

Francis Beaumont (1584-1616) was an English playwright and poet, known for his collaborations with John Fletcher. Together, they produced a significant body of work that contributed to the development of English drama in the early 17th century. Beaumont's plays often explore themes of love, power, and morality, with a blend of comedy and tragedy. One of his notable works is "Philaster; Or, Love Lies a Bleeding," which showcases his skill in crafting complex characters and intricate plots. Beaumont's influence on the theatrical landscape of his time remains evident, and his works continue to be studied and performed today.