The Merchant Prince of Cornville: A Comedy

By Samuel Eberly Gross

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of wealth and whimsy, a refined woman must decide if love can truly be bought, as she navigates a world of a romantic poet and a persistent, wealthy man.

Genres

Humour Literature Fiction

Released

2017-01-22

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Summary

"The Merchant Prince of Cornville: A Comedy" by Samuel Eberly Gross is a comedic play set in the late 1800s, that explores themes of love, money, and dreams. The play revolves around Hercules Whetstone, a rich businessman and mayor who is trying to win over Violet. The story begins in a beautiful orchard by the sea, where Violet and the poet Ideal share light-hearted, flirtatious conversations. Violet's interactions reveal her distaste for suitors only interested in obtaining wealth, especially when around the wealthy Whetstone, who seeks her affection. This creates a contrast between high-minded ideals and the practical matters of wealth and romance, which forms the heart of this funny and romantic play.