The Meridian Anthology of 18th and 19th Century British Drama

This superb edition includes selections form 2 exciting centuries of British drama. The 8 plays include George Farquhar1s The Beaux Stratagem; Oscar Wilde1s The Importance of Being Earnest; Richard Steele1s The Conscious Lovers; John Gay1s The Beggar1s Opera; George Lillo1s The London Merchant; Richard Brinsley Sheridan1s The School for Scandal; Dion Boucicault1s The Octoroon; and W.S. Gilbert1s Ruddigore. Each of these 8 plays enjoyed much success in its day, developing the resources and conventions of the stage as we know them today. The wit, humor, charm, and psychological insight of these timeless pieces, along with the understanding of a larger society, exemplify a landmark contribution to our great theatrical tradition.