Topic > The theme of love in Aphra Behn's Rover - 1188
According to some characters such as Wilmore, love only means sexual commitment. While others like Florinda love is meant to give satisfaction and happiness. Lust is prioritized by some characters like Blunt who believe in indulging in sex without any commitment or remuneration. Marriage was also represented in the play through the marriage of Florinda and Belville, and that of Hellena and Wilmore. Florinda's marriage is based on true love while Hellena's is based on Physical satisfaction
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