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• The Use of the Concept of a Performative Space in Behn's Play as a Means for the Expression of Illicit Desires

  In this essay, Hamilton examines the use of the concept of a ‘‘performative space’’ in Behn's play as a means for the expression of illicit desires.

• Introduction: The Rover and Carnival

  In the following introduction excerpt, Lomax analyzes Behn's use of Carnival for her play's setting as one of escapism from the reality of the English Restoration.

• Gestus and Signature in Aphra Behn's The Rover

  In the following essay, Diamond examines the appropriation of females in The Rover and, for Behn, in English society during her time.

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1. The Rover: Introduction
2. The Rover: Summary
3. The Rover: Aphra Behn Biography
4. The Rover: Summary and Analysis
   1. Summary and Analysis: Prologue and Act I, scenes i – ii
   2. Summary and Analysis: Act II, scenes i – ii
   3. Summary and Analysis: Act III, scenes i – iv Summary and Analysis
   4. Summary and Analysis: Act IV, scenes i – iii Summary and Analysis
   5. Summary and Analysis: Act V
5. The Rover: Quizzes
   1. Questions and Answers: Act I
   2. Questions and Answers: Act II
   3. Questions and Answers: Act III
   4. Questions and Answers: Act IV
   5. Questions and Answers: Act V
6. The Rover: Characters
7. The Rover: Themes
8. The Rover: Style
9. The Rover: Historical Context
10. The Rover: Critical Overview
11. The Rover: Essays and Criticism
    1. The Use of the Concept of a Performative Space in Behn's Play as a Means for the Expression of Illicit Desires
    2. Introduction: The Rover and Carnival
    3. Gestus and Signature in Aphra Behn's The Rover
12. The Rover: Compare and Contrast
13. The Rover: Topics for Further Study
14. The Rover: Media Adaptations
15. The Rover: What Do I Read Next?
16. The Rover: Bibliography and Further Reading
17. The Rover: Pictures
18. Copyright

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