Explore 18th‑century wit and satire in this collection of Samuel Foote’s dramatic works.
This volume gathers Taste; The Englishman at Paris; The Author; The Englishman Return’d From Paris; and The Knights, offering a lively glimpse into Foote’s comic world. Expect clever dialogue, social satire, and playful theatricality that pokes at art, manners, and the stage itself.
- A window into Foote’s sharp wit and comedic timing, as seen in Prologues and direct-to-audience humor.
- Scenes that blend farce, character, and mischief, with bustling rooms, disguises, and social schemes.
- A mix of satirical portraits of artists, critics, and aristocrats, rendered in accessible, brisk dialogue.
- Theatrical riffs on fame, fashion, and the business of making a show.
Ideal for readers of classic stage comedy who enjoy period humor, clever repartee, and the craft of the English theatre.