""A New History Of The English Stage V2: From The Restoration To The Liberty Of The Theaters"" is a book written by Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald and first published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of English theater from the Restoration period to the time when the theaters were granted more freedom. The second volume of the book covers the period from 1714 to 1742. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the plays, playwrights, actors, and theaters during this period. He also discusses the social and political context in which the theater operated, including the influence of the monarchy, the church, and the public opinion.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the English theater. The author begins by discussing the state of the theater after the Restoration and the impact of the licensing system on the industry. He then goes on to explore the rise of the ""sentimental comedy"" and the influence of the French theater on English drama.The author also discusses the careers of some of the most famous playwrights of the time, including William Congreve, John Vanbrugh, and Nicholas Rowe. He examines their works and their impact on the English theater. The book also includes chapters on the actors and actresses of the period, including the famous Sarah Siddons and David Garrick.Overall, ""A New History Of The English Stage V2: From The Restoration To The Liberty Of The Theaters"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the English theater during the early 18th century. It provides valuable insights into the social and cultural context of the time and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English theater.In Two Volumes.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.
