The Dramatic Works Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan

By Richard Brinsley Sheridan

Book Overview

The Dramatic Works Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a collection of plays written by the Irish playwright, Richard Brinsley Sheridan. The book includes five of his most famous works, including The Rivals, The School for Scandal, and A Trip to Scarborough. The plays are known for their witty dialogue, complex characters, and satirical commentary on society. The Rivals is a comedy of manners that follows the romantic pursuits of several characters, while The School for Scandal is a biting satire of the gossip and hypocrisy of high society. A Trip to Scarborough is a farce that pokes fun at the conventions of romantic comedy. The book also includes a biography of Sheridan, as well as an introduction that discusses his influence on English theater. Overall, The Dramatic Works Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a must-read for fans of classic literature and theater.Contents: The Rivals; St. Patrick�������s Day; Or The Scheming Lieutenant; The Duenna; A Trip to Scarborough; The School For Scandal; The Camp; The Critic; Or A Tragedy Rehearsed; PizarroThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430451483
• ISBN13: 9781430451488
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"