The Fan - a Play |
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| Author:
| McEwen, Rolf |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4909-0256-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $7.99 |
Book Description:
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This play is an adaptation by Rolf McEwen of the classic comedy by Carlo Goldoni, which was written in Italy in the 18th Century. Nina is a beautiful peasant girl living in a small village in Italy. She is in love with Crispino, a shoemaker, who vies for her love with his rival Coronato, an innkeeper. Coronato is favored by Nina's brother Moracchio, who has influence regarding who Nina can marry. To add to the romantic intrigue, two gentlemen are competing to win the love of Candida,...
More DescriptionThis play is an adaptation by Rolf McEwen of the classic comedy by Carlo Goldoni, which was written in Italy in the 18th Century. Nina is a beautiful peasant girl living in a small village in Italy. She is in love with Crispino, a shoemaker, who vies for her love with his rival Coronato, an innkeeper. Coronato is favored by Nina's brother Moracchio, who has influence regarding who Nina can marry. To add to the romantic intrigue, two gentlemen are competing to win the love of Candida, the sophisticated daughter of a wealthy lady in town. When an attractive fan intended as a gift for Candida becomes lost, confusion follows as many interested parties seek to find it. Much humor and romance abound in this script.