The Wheel Of Fortune: A Comedy (1805)

The Wheel of Fortune: A Comedy is a play written by Richard Cumberland and was first performed in 1795. The play is set in England and follows the story of Penelope, a wealthy heiress who is forced into an arranged marriage with a man she does not love. However, she is still in love with her childhood sweetheart, Henry, who is now a soldier and has returned from the war.The play explores themes of love, marriage, and social class. It also satirizes the aristocracy and their obsession with wealth and status. The title of the play refers to the idea that fortune is constantly turning and can bring unexpected changes to people's lives.The characters in the play are well-developed and have distinct personalities. Penelope is portrayed as a strong-willed and intelligent woman who is determined to follow her heart. Henry is a loyal and honorable soldier who is willing to do anything for the woman he loves. The other characters in the play, including Penelope's husband, Lord Priory, and his scheming sister, Lady Emily, add to the drama and tension of the story.Overall, The Wheel of Fortune: A Comedy is a witty and entertaining play that explores timeless themes that are still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature and theater.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.