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Life Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1890)

Life Of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1890)

Sanders, Lloyd Charles

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ISBN10: 1166590224
ISBN13: 9781166590222
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 198
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, written by Lloyd Charles Sanders and first published in 1890, is a comprehensive biography of the famous playwright, politician, and orator. Richard Brinsley Sheridan was a prominent figure in 18th century British society, known for his wit, charm, and talent in the arts.The book traces Sheridan's life from his birth in Dublin in 1751 to his death in London in 1816. It covers his childhood, education, and early career as a playwright, including his most famous works, The Rivals and The School for Scandal. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Linley and his numerous affairs.In addition to his work in the arts, the book explores Sheridan's political career, including his election to Parliament and his role in the impeachment trial of Warren Hastings. It also examines his financial troubles, which plagued him throughout his life.Sanders draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and contemporary accounts, to paint a vivid portrait of Sheridan and the society in which he lived. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and times of this fascinating figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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