Plot Summary
Abdelmeclec (also known as Muly Molocco) is the rightful King of Morocco. But his nephew Muly Mahamet, the Moor, attempts to steal his throne. The chorus relates, through the use of a dumb show (a silent play or enactment) that Muly Mahamet has murdered Abdelmelec's brother Abdelmunen, as well as his brothers the Two Young Princes. Sebastian, the King of Portugal, promises aid to the Muly Mahamet believing that he is acting honourably. The unseen Amurath, Emperor of the East, sends aid to assist Adbelmelec. Abdelmelec is slain in battle, but his brother Muly Mahamet Seth, decides that in order that their troops do not lose heart in the midst of the battle that his death should be concealed. The plot works, and Abdelmelec's troops are vicotrious. In the Battle that follows, three kings die: Abdelmeclec, Muly Mahamet and the King of Portugal. Abdelmelec's brother, Muly Mahamet Seth is declared King of Morocco after his brother and nephew's death.
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