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Rediscover John Heywood's allegorical interlude, ""The Play Of The Weather,"" in this meticulously reproduced edition from 1906. Originally written in the 16th century, this play explores themes of human nature, societal harmony, and the balance of power through a clever narrative about Jupiter and the requests of mankind regarding the weather. Heywood, a prominent figure in the court of Henry VIII, infuses the work with wit and wisdom, reflecting the intellectual and cultural climate of the English Renaissance. This edition offers a rare glimpse into the early performance history of the play, providing valuable insights for scholars and enthusiasts of early English drama. Experience the enduring appeal of Heywood's work, where humor and moral instruction intertwine to create a captivating theatrical experience. A must-read for anyone interested in the roots of English dramatic literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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