Publisher's Synopsis
A Brief History Of The English Drama: From The Earliest To The Latest Times (1890) is a comprehensive book written by William Echard Golden. The book offers a detailed account of the development of English drama from its earliest beginnings to the latest times. It covers the various periods in English drama, including the medieval, Renaissance, Restoration, and modern periods.The author provides an in-depth analysis of the major playwrights and their works, including William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, Ben Jonson, John Webster, and many others. The book also explores the various genres of English drama, such as tragedy, comedy, and history plays.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular period or aspect of English drama. The author provides historical context and cultural background to help readers understand the evolution of English drama over time. The book also contains numerous illustrations and examples of plays from different periods.Overall, A Brief History Of The English Drama: From The Earliest To The Latest Times (1890) is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English drama. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone who enjoys the theatre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
