Sheridan's Comedies

Sheridan's Comedies: The Rivals And The School For Scandal is a book that features two classic plays by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, a renowned Irish playwright and politician. The first play, The Rivals, is a hilarious comedy of manners that satirizes the pretensions and vanities of the upper class. It follows the romantic pursuits of several characters, including the wealthy Captain Jack Absolute, who adopts a false identity to woo the beautiful Lydia Languish. The play also features the memorable character of Mrs. Malaprop, a woman who frequently misuses words and creates comical misunderstandings.The second play, The School For Scandal, is another witty comedy that exposes the gossip and scandal-mongering of London's elite. It revolves around the schemes and intrigues of a group of wealthy and fashionable people, including the malicious Lady Sneerwell and the hypocritical Joseph Surface. The play also features the character of Sir Peter Teazle, an older man who marries a young and flirtatious woman and must deal with the consequences.Overall, Sheridan's Comedies: The Rivals And The School For Scandal is a delightful collection of two classic plays that showcase Sheridan's wit, humor, and skill at satirizing the foibles of the upper class. It is a must-read for anyone interested in 18th-century literature, theater, or social commentary.Edited With An Introduction And Notes To Each Play And A Biographical Sketch Of Sheridan By Brander Matthews.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.