The Lady of Pleasure A Comedie, as It Was Acted by Her Majesties Servants, at the Private House in Drury Lane

"The Lady of Pleasure" by James Shirley is a comedic play that dives into the lives of Aretina and Sir Thomas Bornwell, a married couple at odds with each other's desires. Aretina wants the exciting, fashionable life of London, filled with parties and social events, while Sir Thomas is more concerned with saving money and keeping up their family name. This difference in opinion causes tension and arguments that reveal the challenges of marriage, love, and the pressures of society, all wrapped in a funny and engaging story from the 17th century.