The most complete collection of the work of Aphra Behn (1640-89) available, this volume contains Oroonoko and five other works of fiction ranging from comedy and high melodrama to tragedy. The works included--The Fair Jilt, Memoirs of the Court of the King of Bantam, The History of the Nun, The Adventure of the Black Lady, and The Unfortunate Bride--are complemented by a generous selection of her poetry from public political verse to lyrics and witty conversation poems.
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Oroonoko, and Other Writings (Oxford World's Classics)
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Author(s)Behn, Aphra
PublisherOxford University Press
ISBN / ASIN019953876X
ISBN-139780199538768
AvailabilityIn Stock.
Sales Rank865,699
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