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'Scenes From the Rejected Comedies' offers a fascinating glimpse into the vibrant world of 19th-century English theater. This collection features excerpts from comedies submitted in competition for a substantial prize offered by Mr. B. Webster, lessee of the Haymarket Theatre. The plays aimed to capture and illustrate English manners, providing a snapshot of the social norms and humorous observations of the era. These scenes, though ultimately rejected, provide valuable insight into the theatrical tastes and comedic sensibilities of the time. Readers interested in theater history, social commentary, or simply seeking a taste of Victorian humor will find this collection a delightful and insightful read. Discover the wit and creativity of playwrights striving for recognition in a competitive and thriving artistic landscape.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.