Publisher's Synopsis
The Rival Modes: A Comedy is a play written by James-Moore Smythe and first published in 1727. The play revolves around the story of two young women, Arabella and Emilia, who are both in love with the same man, Sir Harry. As they compete for his affections, they resort to various modes of behavior, including flirtation, deception, and manipulation.The play is set in London and features a cast of colorful characters, including Sir Harry's friend, Jack, who is also in love with Arabella, and Lady Betty, a wealthy widow who has her sights set on Sir Harry. The play is full of witty banter, clever wordplay, and satirical commentary on the social norms and conventions of the time.Throughout the play, the characters engage in a series of humorous and often absurd situations as they try to win the heart of Sir Harry. The Rival Modes: A Comedy is a classic example of 18th-century English comedy, with its sharp wit, exaggerated characters, and clever plot twists.Overall, The Rival Modes: A Comedy is a delightful and entertaining play that offers a glimpse into the world of 18th-century London society and the complexities of romantic relationships. It remains a popular work of literature and is still performed in theaters today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
