The British Drama

This is the first volume of “The British Drama,” a comprehensive collection of tragedies, comedies, operas, and farces in the English language, originally published in 1859. This anthology offers a rich selection of dramatic works, showcasing the breadth and depth of British theatrical tradition. It preserves a snapshot of popular entertainment and literary tastes from the mid-19th century, providing invaluable insight into the evolution of English drama. Included are diverse examples of each genre, reflecting the styles and themes prevalent during the period. This collection is an essential resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts interested in exploring the historical development of English theatre and its lasting cultural impact. This volume serves as a window into the dramatic arts as they were experienced and enjoyed by audiences more than a century ago.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.