Synopsis
A definitive collection of George Lillo’s dramatic works with memoirs, offering classic plays and historical context in one volume.
This two-volume edition gathers Silvia or the Country Burial, George Barnwell, The Life of Scanderbeg, and The Christian Hero, along with the author’s life and notes that illuminate the era’s stagecraft.
Delight in the vivid characters and moral themes that propelled early 18th‑century drama. You’ll encounter lively verse, tender portraits, and the craft of a playwright who shaped both popular entertainment and serious tragedy.
Written with the aim of both entertainment and instruction, the pages pair the plays with memoirs that place them in the broader history of the theatre. This edition helps readers see how these works reflected and influenced their world.
- Read Silvia or the Country Burial, a pastoral burlesque with a social message
- Follow George Barnwell, a boundary-pushing tragedy based on a familiar ballad
- Explore The Christian Hero, a tragedy drawing on historical themes
- Gain insight from the included memoirs and life notes of the author
Ideal for readers of classic English drama, theatre history, and literary biographies.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the life and literary contributions of George Lillo, an 18th-century English playwright known for his innovative approach to tragedy. As one of the first playwrights of the era to introduce common characters and themes to the genre, Lillo's work broke away from the established conventions of the time. The author provides a detailed review of Lillo's influential plays, including "The London Merchant" and "The Christian Hero," highlighting their impact on the development of the genre, their exploration of social issues, and their enduring appeal for their raw emotional power and moral depth. Through an examination of Lillo's life and writings, the book sheds light on the evolution of tragedy and the enduring themes that continue to resonate with audiences to this day. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330983294_0
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Lillo's Dramatic Works, Vol. 1 of 2 : With Memoirs of the Author; Containing Mr. Lillo's Life; Silvia or the Country Burial, an Opera; George Barnwell, a Tragedy; The Life of Scanderbeg; The Christian Hero, a Tragedy (Classic Reprint)
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 330 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25876563/2
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