The Works of His Grace George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham: Containing His Plays and Miscellanies in Prose and Verse, With Explanatory Notes and Memoirs of the Author

The Works Of His Grace George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham: Containing His Plays And Miscellanies In Prose And Verse, With Explanatory Notes And Memoirs Of The Author by George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham is a two-volume collection of the Duke’s dramatic and literary works, accompanied by explanatory notes and a biographical memoir. The contents cover his dialogues, parliamentary speeches, and a rich array of plays and verses, including satirical pieces such as The Rehearsal and Restoration-era comedies like The Chances, along with accompanying poems and prologues. The volume presents Buckingham’s satirical wit, political maneuvering, and theatrical reform, set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, the Restoration, and the evolving English stage. Prefaces and footnotes illuminate the historical and literary milieu, and the Memoirs recount Buckingham’s life from birth in 1627 through exile, restoration, and his death in 1688, highlighting his influence on theatre and his controversial public persona. This edition offers both the authorial texts and scholarly context for readers interested in Restoration drama and biographical scholarship.