53 pages • 1 hour read
Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyThe Witch of Edmonton
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1621A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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How does the play present the ideas of love and duty? Consider both marital and familial relationships and the social context of Jacobean England.
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How does the play’s ending reflect its central themes? Consider Elizabeth Sawyer as well as Frank Thorney as you develop your response.
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How is female sexuality explored in the play? Consider Winnifride’s story arc, as well as Elizabeth Sawyer’s relationship with Dog. How does this compare to the treatment of male sexuality—for example, in Frank Thorney and Sir Arthur?
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