William Carew Hazlitt

Explore the rich landscape of 18th-century English drama with "A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Vol. VIII." This meticulously revised and enlarged fourth edition, a treasure trove of Restoration drama and older plays, presents a captivating anthology originally compiled by Robert Dodsley in 1744. Discover a diverse range of theatrical voices and styles within this collection of English drama. Carefully arranged chronologically and enriched with commentary from notable scholars, this volume offers a unique window into the theatrical traditions of the period. From lively comedies to thought-provoking tragedies, these plays provide invaluable insight into the literary and cultural landscape of their time. A must-have for enthusiasts of English literature and theatrical history, this collection preserves the enduring legacy of these significant dramatic works. 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 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. 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.

Explore the rich landscape of 18th-century English drama with "A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Vol. VIII." This meticulously revised and enlarged fourth edition, a treasure trove of Restoration drama and older plays, presents a captivating anthology originally compiled by Robert Dodsley in 1744. Discover a diverse range of theatrical voices and styles within this collection of English drama. Carefully arranged chronologically and enriched with commentary from notable scholars, this volume offers a unique window into the theatrical traditions of the period. From lively comedies to thought-provoking tragedies, these plays provide invaluable insight into the literary and cultural landscape of their time. A must-have for enthusiasts of English literature and theatrical history, this collection preserves the enduring legacy of these significant dramatic works. 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 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. 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.