Francis Beaumont, John Fletcher & Philip Massinger - Beggars' Bush: "Forsake me as an enemy? Come you must give me a reason"

The collaboration between Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher during the reign of James I marked a significant era in English drama, particularly in the genre of tragicomedy. Their first successful joint play, Philaster, led to a prolific partnership, with their works often mistakenly attributed to them as a team. Living closely together, they became renowned as the leading playwrights of their time. After Beaumont's death, Fletcher continued to achieve popularity comparable to Shakespeare. The book also includes biographies and bibliographies of these influential figures, providing insight into their contributions to theater.