The Comic Spirit In Restoration Drama: Studies In The Comedy Of Etherege, Wycherley, Congreve, Vanbrugh And Farquhar (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164480211)

The book titled ""The Comic Spirit in Restoration Drama: Studies in the Comedy of Etherege, Wycherley, Congreve, Vanbrugh and Farquhar"" is a comprehensive analysis of the comic genre in Restoration drama. The author, Henry Ten Eyck Perry, explores the works of five prominent playwrights of the era, including George Etherege, William Wycherley, William Congreve, John Vanbrugh, and George Farquhar. Perry delves into the characteristics of Restoration comedy, which was known for its wit, satire, and sexual innuendo. He examines the various themes and motifs that are present in the works of these playwrights, such as marriage, gender roles, and social class. The book also looks at the historical context of the era, including the influence of the court of Charles II and the changing attitudes towards morality and sexuality.Through his analysis, Perry argues that the comic spirit in Restoration drama was a reflection of the society in which it was created. He explores how the plays of these playwrights were a commentary on the social and political issues of the time, and how they provided a means for audiences to confront and question the norms of their society.Overall, ""The Comic Spirit in Restoration Drama"" is a scholarly work that provides a detailed and nuanced examination of the comic genre in Restoration drama. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of theatre, literature, or the social and cultural context of the Restoration era.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.

Author: Henry Ten Eyck Perry
ISBN-10: 1164480219
ISBN-13: 9781164480211
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d