Original Plays, William Schwenck Gilbert (9781023825481) — Readings Books

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Original Plays

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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

This collection, "Original Plays," brings together a selection of works by W.S. Gilbert, the famed librettist of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas. Included are such beloved works as "H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, the Lass That Loved a Sailor" and "The Pirates of Penzance; Or, the Slave of Duty," alongside lesser-known but equally engaging plays.

The anthology showcases Gilbert's sharp wit, clever wordplay, and talent for creating memorable characters and farcical situations. From the romantic entanglements of "Sweethearts" to the supernatural elements of "The Sorcerer" and the comedic mishaps in "Tom Cobb; Or, Fortune's Toy," these plays offer a fascinating glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment and the enduring appeal of Gilbert's dramatic imagination.

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.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Hutson Street Press
Date
22 May 2025
Pages
388
ISBN
9781023825481

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

This collection, "Original Plays," brings together a selection of works by W.S. Gilbert, the famed librettist of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas. Included are such beloved works as "H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, the Lass That Loved a Sailor" and "The Pirates of Penzance; Or, the Slave of Duty," alongside lesser-known but equally engaging plays.

The anthology showcases Gilbert's sharp wit, clever wordplay, and talent for creating memorable characters and farcical situations. From the romantic entanglements of "Sweethearts" to the supernatural elements of "The Sorcerer" and the comedic mishaps in "Tom Cobb; Or, Fortune's Toy," these plays offer a fascinating glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment and the enduring appeal of Gilbert's dramatic imagination.

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.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Hutson Street Press
Date
22 May 2025
Pages
388
ISBN
9781023825481