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EighteenthCentury Women Dramatists (Oxford World s Classics)
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These four plays, written by women dramatists during the Restoration, are now available in a single edition. This volume includes Mary Pix s The Innocent Mistress, Susanna Centlivre s The BusyBody, Elizabeth Griffith s The Times, and Hannah Cowley s The Belle s Stratagem; thereby introducing readers to some of the earliest published women dramatists. The text is freshly edited using modern spelling. The critical introduction, wideranging annotation, and informative bibliography illuminate the plays cultural context and theatrical potential for reader and performer alike.
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- Q: What are the main plays included in 'Eighteenth-Century Women Dramatists'? A: This volume features four plays: Mary Pix's 'The Innocent Mistress', Susanna Centlivre's 'The Busy-Body', Elizabeth Griffith's 'The Times', and Hannah Cowley's 'The Belle's Stratagem'.
- Q: Who are the authors of the plays in this collection? A: The authors of the plays included are Mary Pix, Susanna Centlivre, Elizabeth Griffith, and Hannah Cowley, all prominent women dramatists of the eighteenth century.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 19, 2001.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Eighteenth-Century Women Dramatists'? A: This book contains a total of 448 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: Is this edition edited for modern readers? A: Yes, the text is freshly edited using modern spelling, making it more accessible to contemporary readers.
- Q: Does the book include any additional scholarly content? A: Yes, the book features a critical introduction, wide-ranging annotations, and an informative bibliography that provide context and enhance understanding of the plays.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: In which category is 'Eighteenth-Century Women Dramatists' classified? A: It is classified under the 'British & Irish' category.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic studies? A: Yes, this collection is suitable for academic studies, as it includes critical introductions and annotations that help illuminate the plays' cultural context.