The Works of John Marston, Volume 2 continues to showcase the breadth and complexity of Marston’s dramatic output during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. This volume includes additional plays and poetry, such as What You Will, The Fawn, and The Dutch Courtesan, highlighting Marston’s unique style of dark comedy, social satire, and intricate character development.In What You Will, Marston explores themes of mistaken identity and the tension between appearance and reality, typical of the comedies of the period. His biting satire, along with his blend of wit and sharp humor, critiques the hypocrisy and moral contradictions within society.