Explore a lively collection of Restoration comedies, enriched with a prefatory memoir and notes by John Lacy.
This edition presents spirited plays that capture the humor, wit, and social satire of the era, inviting readers to enjoy quick dialogue, comic misunderstandings, and bright character work.
Plays in this volume showcase quick-paced plots, comic schemes, and the playful clash of manners that defined Restoration theater. The edition provides context through a prefatory memoir and notes, helping readers understand the stage conventions and social snapshots that shaped these works.
Ideal for readers who enjoy witty comedies from the Restoration period and want accessible background to enhance their experience of the plays.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a remarkable insight into the life and works of John Lacy, an English actor, playwright, and theatre manager who lived in the 17th century during the reign of King Charles II. The author provides a detailed account of Lacy's career, from his early days as a dancing-master to his later success as a comedic actor and playwright. This book also includes a comprehensive analysis of Lacy's plays, examining their themes, characters, and theatrical techniques, giving the reader a full appreciation of the depth and range of his theatrical contributions. By exploring his multifaceted career, this book sheds light on the vibrant and dynamic world of the English theatre during the Restoration period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331156383_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331156383
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Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 422 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 25893059/1
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