The Works Of Thomas Otway V1 - Thomas Otway - Bog

The Works of Thomas Otway Volume 1 is a collection of plays by the English playwright Thomas Otway. The book includes four plays: Alcibiades, Don Carlos, Prince of Spain, Titus and Berenice, and The Cheats of Scapin. Alcibiades is a tragedy set in ancient Greece and follows the life of the titular character, a famous Athenian general and politician. Don Carlos, Prince of Spain is a historical tragedy set in 16th century Spain, and tells the story of the titular prince's rebellion against his father, King Philip II. Titus and Berenice is a tragic love story set in ancient Rome, and follows the relationship between the Roman emperor Titus and the Jewish queen Berenice. The Cheats of Scapin is a comedy that follows the titular character, a cunning servant, as he helps two young men win the hearts of their respective lovers. The book was originally published in 1768 and provides a glimpse into the theatrical works of the Restoration era. The plays are written in a style that reflects the literary conventions of the time, including the use of rhymed couplets and elaborate language. Overall, The Works of Thomas Otway Volume 1 is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of English theatre and the works of Thomas Otway.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.