The island of fools a farce of two acts, [18th century].

1 v. (62 p.) ; 21 x 17 cm.

English

Binding: Middle Hill boards, with partially-legible title inscription on spine.

Phillipps MS 16888. For information on the source of acquisition, consult the appropriate curator.

Manuscript of a farcical play in prose. Lord Belville is the governor of an island inhabited by fools exiled from the Republic of Utopia. A boastful ex-officer, a rich widow in love with a man half her age, a wealthy old man who has no heirs, and other fools each make their pleas to Lord Belville to return home, but are denied, until Belville falls in love with the beautiful Caelia and sets them all free.

August 08, 2005

The Island of Fools a Farce of Two Acts. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.

The Island of Fools a Farce of Two Acts. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.