Bücher von Christopher Fry

Resigning himself to the autumn of his life, the Duke prepares to seek a wife from three of his former mistresses, selected by his son, following the tradition of Paris by offering an apple to the chosen one. However when a radiant young girl, Perpetua arrives. The Duke snatches the apple and offers it to her, but she draws on a pistol and shatters it. Her father the agent wishes her to marry the Duke, but the latter resigns himself to marrying the mistress who really loves him.-4 women, 6 men

Christopher Fry (1907-2005) was an English playwright, particularly well known for verse dramas such as The Lady's Not for Burning. First published in 1946, this book contains the complete text of The Firstborn, a three act play by Fry set during the summer of 1200 BC in Ancient Egypt.

Presents Christopher Fry's famous works, "The Lady's Not for Burning" - spring in his set of 'Seasonal Plays', joined by the summer play "A Yard of Sun", and a previously unpublished early play, "Siege", based on the story of Aucassin and Nicolette.