Sheridan: His Life And His Theatre

By Lewis Gibbs

Book Overview

Sheridan: His Life and His Theatre is a comprehensive biography of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, one of the most celebrated playwrights and politicians of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by Lewis Gibbs, this book delves into the life and work of Sheridan, exploring his early years as a struggling writer, his rise to fame as a playwright with works like The Rivals and The School for Scandal, his political career as a member of parliament, and his personal relationships with family, friends, and lovers.Gibbs provides a detailed account of Sheridan's upbringing, education, and early career, as well as his personal and professional relationships with some of the most prominent figures of his time, including Samuel Johnson, David Garrick, and King George III. The book also examines Sheridan's involvement in the Irish Rebellion of 1798 and his role in the impeachment trial of Warren Hastings, Governor-General of India.Throughout the book, Gibbs provides insightful analysis of Sheridan's plays and their themes, as well as the social and political context in which they were written and performed. He also explores Sheridan's impact on the theatre of his time and his enduring legacy in the literary and political worlds.Overall, Sheridan: His Life and His Theatre is a fascinating and engaging biography that offers a rich and nuanced portrait of one of the most important figures of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This 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: 1432556134
• ISBN13: 9781432556136
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"