Pantalone's greed has ruined young Cynthio and prevents him from marrying Isabella. To teach Pantalone a lesson, Mezzetin, Colombina and others conspire to make him think he is being haunted by devils.
by Peter Anthony Motteux
The PERSONS.
Pantalone, an old Miser.
Cynthio, in love with Isabella.
Pasquarel, his Man.
Mezzetin, Pantalone's Man.
Nicholas, a Clown.
Columbina, Pantalone's Maid.
Men personating the Devil, and his Subjects.
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Scene: a Country-house near Naples.