Biographia Dramatica

Jones, Chairman Of Chime The European Foundation For Chinese Music Research Leverhulme Research Fellow At The School Of Oriental And African Studies Stephen; Reed, Isaac; Baker, David Erskine

ISBN 10: 1147420734 / ISBN 13: 9781147420739

Published by Nabu Press, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Biographia Dramatica
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1147420734
• ISBN 13: 9781147420739
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Biographia Dramatica is an invaluable historical resource, offering biographical accounts of playwrights and details of their dramatic works. This volume, covering names from A to L, is a meticulously researched compilation by Stephen Jones, Isaac Reed, and David Erskine Baker, providing insights into the lives and careers of figures who shaped the landscape of British theater. The book serves as both a biographical dictionary and a critical examination of dramatic literature during the 18th and early 19th centuries.

Scholars and enthusiasts of theater history will find this work an essential reference. Each entry includes details about the playwright's life, a list of their plays, and critical commentary, making it a rich source of information for understanding the context and impact of dramatic productions of the era. This volume provides a comprehensive overview, appealing to anyone interested in the history of English drama and the lives of the individuals who brought it to life.

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