The multiple plot in Fletcherian tragicomedies.

From: Studies in English Literature, 1500-1900 | Date: March 22, 1993| Author: | Copyright information

The Fletcherian tragicomedies are characterized by their unique dramatic treatment of paradox, an intensification of emotional impact and a denial of the full tragic potential. Another intriguing aspect of the Fletcherian tragicomedy is the use of multiple plots. For example, in the play 'The Maid's Tragedy,' all the qualities of the tragicomedy are expertly developed through the use of a main plot and numerous subplots.

Eugene Waith's study of the tragicomedy of Beaumont and Fletcher (1952) has stood for years as the authoritative word on the subject.(1) Indeed, for some time few other ...

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