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About The Book: The Duchess of Malfi is a play written by John Webster, first performed in 1614. The play is set in 16th century Italy and tells the story of a young widowed Duchess who falls in love with her steward, Antonio. However, her two brothers, Ferdinand and the Cardinal, are against the relationship and seek to control her wealth and power. The Duchess secretly marries Antonio and bears him children, but her brothers discover the truth and plot to have her killed. The play is a tragedy, exploring themes of power, corruption, and revenge. It is considered a masterpiece of Jacobean drama and is known for its poetic language, complex characters, and violent themes. ANTONIO Tis great pity He should be thus neglected: I have heard he's very valiant. This foul melancholy Will poison all his goodness; for, I 'll tell you, If too immoderate sleep be truly said. About The Author: John Webster (1578–1632) was an English Jacobean dramatist known for his tragedies, notably "The White Devil" and "The Duchess of Malfi," celebrated for their complexity and dark portrayal of humanity. Despite little known about his life, his works are esteemed for their intricate plots and deep insight into human nature. Webster's influence extends through adaptations and references in various literary and theatrical works. The Title 'The Duchess of Malfi written/authored/edited by John Webster, Editor: C. Vaughan', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362085849 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 175 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Poetry. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: