Coquet Or The English Chevalier: A Comedy (1718)

The Coquet Or The English Chevalier: A Comedy is a play written by Charles Molloy and first published in 1718. The play is a comedy that revolves around the character of Sir John Bevil, an English gentleman who is known for his charm and wit. Sir John is a notorious flirt and is known for his many romantic conquests. The play follows Sir John as he tries to win the heart of the beautiful and virtuous Lady Harriet, who is initially uninterested in his advances. Along the way, Sir John must navigate a series of misunderstandings and obstacles, including the scheming of Lady Harriet's jealous suitor, Lord Courtall. The play is a witty and entertaining satire of the manners and customs of the English upper class in the early 18th century. It is also a commentary on the nature of love, courtship, and marriage during this period. Overall, The Coquet Or The English Chevalier is a delightful and engaging work of comedy that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural world of 18th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.