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The Dramatic Works Of James Sheridan Knowles

The Dramatic Works Of James Sheridan Knowles

James Sheridan Knowles

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781179956626
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This collection presents five plays by the renowned Irish dramatist James Sheridan Knowles (1784-1862), showcasing his mastery of dramatic storytelling and character development. Included are: 'The Wife: A Tale of Mantua,' a gripping story of love and intrigue; 'The Beggar of Benthnal Green,' a poignant drama of identity and redemption; 'The Daughter,' a compelling exploration of familial bonds; 'The Love-chase,' a delightful romantic comedy; and 'Woman’s Wit,' a clever and insightful play about the power of female intellect.Knowles, celebrated for his contributions to 19th-century theater, wrote in a style that blends romanticism with social commentary, making his works both entertaining and thought-provoking. This volume offers a valuable glimpse into the dramatic landscape of the era and highlights Knowles’ enduring legacy as a playwright.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.

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