Publisher's Synopsis
The Complete Works of William Congreve V2 is a book that contains all the literary works of the famous playwright and poet, William Congreve. This volume includes his plays, poems, and other writings that showcase his wit, humor, and satire. Congreve was a prominent figure in the Restoration era of English literature, and his works reflect the social and political issues of his time. The book is a comprehensive collection of his works, including his most famous plays such as The Way of the World, Love for Love, and The Double Dealer. Additionally, it includes lesser-known works like his poetry and essays. The book is an excellent resource for students and scholars of English literature, as well as for anyone interested in the works of William Congreve. The second volume of this collection is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the full range of Congreve's literary output.1923. This is Volume II of II of the Complete Works of William Congreve. Congreve's literary apprenticeship was served under the tutelage of John Dryden, the leading playwright of the day. William Congreve only wrote five plays before retiring from writing to work in government. Contents: The Way of the World; The Judgment of Paris; Semele; Squire Trelooby; Humour in Comedy; The Amendments of Mr. Collier's Citations; Congreve's Poems; Preface to Dryden; and The Tatler. Volume 1 ISBN 0766187381.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.
