The Dutch Lover the Dutch Lover

The Dutch Lover is a play written by Aphra Behn, a prominent English playwright and novelist of the late 17th century. The play is a comedy that explores themes of love, desire, and deception, and is set in the Netherlands during the 17th century.The plot revolves around the character of Don Carlos, a Spanish nobleman who is in love with a Dutch woman named Ariana. However, Ariana is already engaged to another man, a wealthy Dutch merchant named Van Brune. Don Carlos decides to disguise himself as a Dutchman and infiltrate Van Brune's household in order to win Ariana's heart.As the play unfolds, Don Carlos finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and intrigue, as he tries to navigate the complex social and political landscape of the Netherlands. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming servant, a bumbling Dutchman, and a group of English travelers who provide comic relief.Despite the many obstacles in his path, Don Carlos remains determined to win Ariana's love, and the play culminates in a dramatic confrontation between the two lovers and Van Brune. In the end, love triumphs over deception and Don Carlos and Ariana are able to live happily ever after.Overall, The Dutch Lover is a witty and entertaining play that showcases Behn's skill as a playwright and her keen understanding of human nature. It remains a popular work of English literature to this day.Sil. Why--I would have thee do--I know not what-- Still to be with me--yet that will not satisfie; To let me--look upon thee--still that's not enough. I dare not say to kiss thee, and imbrace thee; That were to make me wish--I dare not tell thee what.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.