The Country Wife by William Wycherley

The Country Wife

William Wycherley

96 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction history literary play slow-paced
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Description

Originally performed and published in 1675, this five-act play parodies the vices and hypocrisies of Restoration London. The plot centers on the eponymous country wife, Margery, whose suspicious husband, Mr. Pinchwife, keeps her isolated. On a rar...

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Community Reviews Summary of 51 reviews

Moods

funny 80%
lighthearted 80%
adventurous 20%
dark 20%
reflective 20%

Pace

fast 57%
slow 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | Plot: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.23

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