A Wife For A Month

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The plot centers on Leandro, who disguises himself as a doctor to win Isabella, the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Faced with an arranged marriage for Isabella, he convinces her father that she has a dangerous illness, securing a month-long marriage to her. Throughout this time, they fall in love, but their joy is shattered when the truth is revealed, leading to their tragic separation. This Restoration-era play skillfully blends comedy and tragedy while addressing themes of love, deception, and societal power dynamics.