Goldsmith, Oliver
She Stoops to Conquer and Other Comedies (Oxford World's Classics)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780199553884
- author:
- Goldsmith, Oliver
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Literary studies: c 1500 to c 1800
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Four 18th-century comedies that showcase the drama of their time are collected in this edition. She Stoops to Conquer explores the consequences of mistaken identity, while The Modern Husband depicts wife-pandering and social corruption. The Clandestine Marriage tells the story of two lovers who marry against parental wishes, with Wild Oats offering a message of hope at a time of unrest. This collection is part of the Oxford English Drama series, which provides accurate texts, expert introductions, helpful notes, and informative bibliographies to support study and understanding.
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