An ornate woodcut headpiece shows a stone wall or crown-like structure topped by an eagle with outspread wings. Flanking this are two stylized dolphins. Seated upon them are two putti: the one on the left holds a trident, and the one on the right holds an oar.

THE AVENGED WOMEN,

OR

THE FEIGNED INFIDELITIES.

SCENE I.

Charming women, who take
Your duties, your duties as guides,
Come,
Learn,
Remember,
How one must punish the treacherous.
Sweetness,
A flattering air,
Never a bad mood,
Never bitterness,
It is too much honor,
For such people;
But with cunning,