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Five Restoration Tragedies
Hardcover
Literary CriticismPlay AnthologiesPlays
ISBN13: 9781025657110
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 486
Weight: 1.88
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The works included in this volume, such as John Dryden's All for Love and Thomas Otway's Venice Preserv'd, showcase the era's fascination with the tensions between public duty and private desire. These plays are characterized by their elevated language, emotional intensity, and sophisticated structure. Also featured are significant tragedies by Thomas Southerne, Nicholas Rowe, and Joseph Addison, providing a comprehensive overview of how the genre adapted to changing social and moral climates. Whether exploring the fall of ancient empires or the personal tragedies of common individuals, these plays remain powerful examples of dramatic storytelling. This collection serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in the development of English literature and the enduring power of the tragic form.
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