George Barnwell, The History of, or The London Merchant
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George Barnwell, The History of, or The London Merchant, a domestic tragedy in prose by
Lillo, produced 1731. In this play, for the first time, everyday commercial life is made the theme of tragedy. Based on an old ballad, it tells the story of an innocent young apprentice, Barnwell, who is seduced by a heartless courtesan, Millwood. She encourages him to rob his employer, Thorowgood, and to murder his uncle, for which crime both are brought to execution, he profoundly penitent and she defiant.
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