Sheridan Studies (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521464666)

This is a systematic attempt to establish Sheridan as a major figure in the history of English comedy. Leading scholars address Sheridan's role not only as an outstanding playwright, but also as the manager of Drury Lane Theatre, and his subsequent career as a Member of Parliament. The essays examine the theatrical world in which Sheridan worked, discuss his major plays, and include a modern director's observations on the production of his work today. This is combined with an important re-evaluation of Sheridan's achievements as a master of rhetoric in the political arena, to provide a contemporary assessment of this multifaceted man and his work.

Author: James Morwood
ISBN-10: 0521464668
ISBN-13: 9780521464666
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/14/1995
Pages: 218
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.29h x 6.28w x 0.70d