Publisher's Synopsis
The Shoemakers Holiday is a comedy play written by Thomas Dekker and originally published in 1600. The play tells the story of Simon Eyre, a shoemaker who rises to the position of Lord Mayor of London. Along the way, he falls in love with a noblewoman named Jane, and the two must navigate their different social classes and the disapproval of Jane's father.The play is set in London during the early 16th century and provides a glimpse into the lives of the working-class people of the city. It is a lighthearted and humorous play that explores themes of love, class, and ambition.The title of the play comes from the fact that shoemakers traditionally took a holiday on St. Crispin's Day (October 25th), which was also the feast day of their patron saint. The play celebrates the holiday and the joyous spirit of the shoemakers who are able to take a break from their work and enjoy life.Overall, The Shoemakers Holiday is a classic comedy that offers a unique perspective on life in 16th century London. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English theater or the culture of the time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
