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Three English Comedies: She Stoops to Conquer, the Rivals, the School for Scandal
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781026042243
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 544
Weight: 1.66
Height: 1.10 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Three English Comedies brings together three of the most celebrated and enduring masterpieces of the 18th-century stage: Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer and Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The Rivals and The School for Scandal. These plays represent the pinnacle of the comedy of manners, a genre defined by its witty dialogue, satirical look at social conventions, and intricate plots involving mistaken identities and romantic entanglements.
In She Stoops to Conquer, Goldsmith subverts class expectations through a series of humorous misunderstandings, while Sheridan's The Rivals introduces the unforgettable Mrs. Malaprop in a whirlwind of courtship and rivalry. The School for Scandal offers a sharp-tongued critique of the gossip-hungry London elite, showcasing Sheridan's mastery of irony and characterization. Together, these works shifted the direction of English drama away from sentimentalism toward a more robust, satirical, and genuinely funny style of theater.
This collection is an essential resource for students of English literature and fans of classic drama, providing a comprehensive look at the humor and social dynamics of the Georgian era. These plays continue to be performed on stages worldwide, a testament to their timeless wit and keen observation of human nature.
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