The Major Dramas Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan

The Major Dramas of Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a collection of three plays by the acclaimed playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan, originally published in 1906. The plays included in this collection are The Rivals, The School for Scandal, and The Critic. The Rivals is a comedic play that follows the romantic pursuits of several characters, including the wealthy Captain Jack Absolute and the beautiful Lydia Languish, who is obsessed with the idea of eloping with a poor but romantic suitor. The play is known for its witty dialogue and memorable characters, including the eccentric Mrs. Malaprop, who is famous for her misuse of words.The School for Scandal is a satire of high society and gossip, and follows the lives of several wealthy and scandalous characters. The play is known for its sharp wit and biting commentary on the hypocrisy of the upper classes.The Critic is a play within a play, and follows the misadventures of a group of actors as they attempt to stage a new play. The play is known for its clever parody of the theater world and its colorful characters.Overall, The Major Dramas of Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a must-read for fans of classic literature and theater, and offers a glimpse into the wit and humor of one of the most celebrated playwrights of the 18th century.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.