Thomas Middleton

Thomas Middleton was an English playwright and poet of the late Elizabethan and early Jacobean periods. He is best known for his collaborations with other playwrights, including William Shakespeare, and for his own works such as 'The Changeling' and 'Women Beware Women'.

Books

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  1. 1. A Mad World, My Masters

    This satirical comedy from the early 17th century presents a tapestry of London life through a series of interwoven plots featuring a diverse cast of characters, including a con artist, a lustful knight, and a cunning courtesan. The play delves into themes of deception, social corruption, and the pursuit of pleasure, revealing the vices and follies of the city's inhabitants. With a sharp wit and an unflinching eye for the absurdities of human behavior, the narrative unfolds in a series of comedic escapades, ultimately offering a biting critique of a world gone mad with greed and hedonism.

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