About “The roaring firle”

The Roaring Girl is a comic play written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, first performed in 1611, that centers on the character of Cutpurse, a woman who disguises herself as a man and lives independently in early modern London. The play explores themes of gender performance, social identity, and urban life, drawing on the real-life figure of Mary Frith, known for her unconventional behavior and cross-dressing.

Book details

Published
1611
Latest edition
1611 · ISBN 9780393932775
ISBN
9780393932775

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How many pages is The roaring firle?

The roaring firle by Thomas Dekker has 321 pages.

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