Monologue

Absolute Monologue from The Rivals

From The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan

male · defiant · 59 sec

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Well, sir, since you are so bent on it, the sooner the better; let it be this evening--here, by the Spring Gardens. We shall scarcely be interrupted. Sir LUCIUS Faith! that same interruption in affairs of this nature shows very great ill-breeding. I don't know what's the reason, but in England if a thing of this kind gets wind, people make such a pother, that a gentleman can never fight in peace and quietness. However, if it's the same to you, captain, I should take it as a particular kindness if you'd let us meet in King's-Mead-Fields, as a little business will call me there about six o'clock, and I may despatch both matters at once.

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The character, Absolute, is preparing for a duel and expresses frustration about societal norms surrounding such confrontations, indicating a blend of urgency and defiance in his tone.

20s · determination · honor · conflict · power

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