Nell Gwynne; Or The Prologue: A Comedy In Two Acts

Nell Gwynne; Or The Prologue: A Comedy In Two Acts is a play written by Douglas William Jerrold. The play is a comedic portrayal of the life of Nell Gwynne, a famous actress and mistress of King Charles II of England. The story is set in the 17th century and follows Nell's rise to fame as an actress and her relationship with the king. The play is divided into two acts and features a cast of colorful characters, including other actors, politicians, and members of the royal court. Through witty dialogue and humorous situations, Jerrold explores themes of love, ambition, and power. Overall, Nell Gwynne; Or The Prologue: A Comedy In Two Acts is an entertaining and lighthearted look at one of England's most famous historical figures.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.