Exploring the intricacies of family dynamics and social class, this play delves into the impact of secrets and misunderstandings on human relationships. Written by Elizabeth Inchbald, a notable figure of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, it was first performed in 1787 at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Inchbald's work reflects the societal norms of her time, offering a rich examination of the complexities inherent in personal connections.
This collection of plays by Elizabeth Inchbald features some of the most successful and popular works of the early 19th century. From romantic comedies like Wise Man of the East and Percy to satirical plays like Next Door Neighbours and Trip to Scarborough, this collection offers a rich and varied selection of drama that will delight and entertain audiences of all kinds.
The book offers a faithful reproduction of the original text, preserving its content and style. This edition allows readers to experience the work as it was initially intended, maintaining the authenticity and historical significance of the original publication. Ideal for those interested in classic literature or historical documents, it provides a glimpse into the past while ensuring the original message and nuances are retained.
Culturally significant, this work has been preserved to maintain its original integrity, featuring authentic copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital piece of the knowledge base of civilization, reflecting the historical context and importance of the material. The reproduction aims to provide readers with an accurate representation of the original artifact, ensuring that its scholarly value is retained.
Set in the 18th century, this play explores the complexities of human relationships and social interactions among neighbors. It delves into themes of love, jealousy, and societal expectations, showcasing the characters' struggles with their emotions and the consequences of their actions. The narrative is rich with wit and insight into the social norms of the time, offering a critical look at the dynamics of community life and the intricacies of personal connections. Inchbald's work reflects the era's cultural landscape while remaining relevant to contemporary audiences.
Culturally significant and historically important, this work offers a reproduction of the original artifact, preserving its authenticity. Readers will encounter original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its status in major libraries globally. This edition serves as a valuable resource for understanding the knowledge base of civilization.
Culturally significant and historically important, this work has been carefully reproduced from its original artifact to preserve its authenticity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through major libraries worldwide. This dedication to accuracy ensures that readers can engage with the text as it was originally intended, providing insight into the knowledge base of civilization.
Elizabeth Inchbald, nee Simpson (1753-1821) was an English novelist, actress, and dramatist. At the age of 19 she went to London in order to act. In 1772 she agreed to marry the actor Joseph Inchbald (1735-1779). For four years the couple toured Scotland with West Digges's theatre company, a demanding life. After Joseph Inchbald's death in 1779, she continued to act for several years, in Dublin, London, and elsewhere. Between 1784 and 1805 she had nineteen of her comedies, sentimental dramas, and farces (many of which were translations from the French) performed at London theatres. Eighteen of her plays were published, though she wrote several more; the exact number is in dispute though most recent commentators claim between 21and 23. Her two novels have been frequently reprinted. She also did considerable editorial and critical work. A four-volume autobiography was destroyed before her death upon the advice of her confessor, but she left some of her diaries. The latter are currently held at the Folger Shakespeare Library and an edition was recently published.
Lover's Vows (1798) was featured by Jane Austen in her novel Mansfield Park, is one of at least four adaptations of August von Kotzebue's Das Kind der Liebe (1780). Inchbald's version is the only one to have been performed. Dealing as it does with sex before marriage and illegitimate birth, Inchbald in the Preface to the published version declares herself to have been highly sensitive to the task of adapting the original German text for "an English audience."