The Beggar's Opera

Author: Gay, John

Synopsis:

In the gritty underbelly of 18th-century London, a captivating tale unfolds, filled with love, betrayal, and a cast of colorful characters. Macheath, a notorious highwayman, finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and desire as he navigates the treacherous world of thieves, prostitutes, and corrupt officials. With a backdrop of lively songs and witty dialogue, this satirical masterpiece takes the reader on a thrilling journey through the criminal underworld, where nothing is as it seems.

Genres: Satire, Drama, Musical

Themes: Love and lust, Morality and corruption, Social class and inequality

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