The Belle's Stratagem

"The Belle's Stratagem" by Hannah Cowley is a humorous play set in the late 1700s and is packed with dynamic characters and sharp wit. It tells the story of Letitia Hardy, a rich young woman, and Doricourt, a charismatic man, who are set to get married but are not so sure about it. Doricourt thinks Letitia is just pretty and doesn't have enough personality, while Letitia is nervous about making him love her, especially since they haven't seen each other in years. Lots of different people are getting ready for a masquerade ball, which is where things are sure to get interesting as love and identity are put to the test and create hilarious situations.