Three English Comedies

"Three English Comedies" is a curated collection of quintessential dramatic works that defined the height of 18th-century British theater. This anthology brings together three of the most celebrated and enduring plays in the English language: "She Stoops to Conquer" by Oliver Goldsmith, and "The Rivals" and "The School for Scandal" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan. These masterpieces of the stage represent a pivotal shift in theatrical history, moving away from sentimental drama toward a more vibrant, witty, and satirical form of "laughing comedy."Inside, readers will find a brilliant display of verbal dexterity, mistaken identities, and sharp social commentary. From the rural hijinks and misunderstandings of the Hardcastle household to the linguistic acrobatics of Mrs. Malaprop and the biting gossip of Lady Sneerwell's circle, these plays explore themes of courtship, reputation, and the complexities of class with timeless humor. This collection serves as an essential introduction to the Georgian era's theatrical brilliance, showcasing the clever plotting and vivid characterization that have kept these works in the global repertory for centuries. Whether for the student of literature or the lover of classic drama, these plays remain as entertaining and relevant today as they were upon their debut.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 550, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press