Non-Juror, A Comedy

The Non-Juror is a comedic play written by Colley Cibber and first performed at the Theater Royal in 1718 by the actors of King George I. The play is set in the aftermath of the Glorious Revolution of 1688 in England, where the new Protestant monarchy has replaced the Catholic James II. The titular character, a Non-Juror, is a member of the Anglican clergy who refuses to swear allegiance to the new monarchs, causing him to lose his position and reputation. The play revolves around the Non-Juror's attempts to regain his status and the various schemes and machinations of the other characters, including a hypocritical bishop, a scheming lawyer, and a lovestruck young couple. The play is filled with witty dialogue, mistaken identities, and humorous situations, culminating in a satisfying resolution for all involved. Cibber's play is a commentary on the political and religious tensions of the time, as well as a satire of the social and cultural norms of 18th century England. The Non-Juror is considered one of Cibber's most successful and enduring works, and remains a popular choice for theatrical productions and academic study.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.