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Gammer Gurton's Needle
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023248419
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 76
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A hilarious tale of rural mishaps and misplaced priorities, Gammer Gurton's Needle remains a cornerstone of early English comedy. This Elizabethan drama, attributed to Mr. S. Mr. of Art, unfolds as a farcical play of errors and escalating anxieties.
A simple needle, lost within a close-knit community, becomes the catalyst for chaos and suspicion, driving the characters to comical extremes. Rooted in the traditions of medieval drama, this play showcases the vibrant and often bawdy humor that characterized the era. Explore the world of 16th-century England through this meticulously prepared print edition, perfect for students and enthusiasts of classic English drama. Rediscover the enduring appeal of Gammer Gurton's Needle, a timeless comedy that continues to entertain.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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