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The Complete Works of Thomas Otway
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025569598
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Complete Works of Thomas Otway brings together the influential plays, poems, and letters of one of the most significant figures of the English Restoration stage. Thomas Otway is best known for his mastery of the tragic form, blending emotional intensity with psychological depth in a way that bridged the gap between the Elizabethan tradition and the sensibilities of the late 17th century.
This collection features his most enduring masterpieces, including the powerful tragedy Venice Preserv'd, a cornerstone of English dramatic literature, and the moving domestic drama The Orphan. In addition to his celebrated tragedies, the volume contains his comedies, which offer a sharp-witted look at the social mores of his time, as well as his poetic output. Otway's use of blank verse and his ability to evoke genuine pathos earned him a reputation as a successor to the great dramatists of the previous era.
For students of theater history and lovers of classic literature, this comprehensive compilation provides an essential look at a writer whose works dominated the London stage for decades and continue to be studied for their lyrical beauty and dramatic power.
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