Colley Cibber Libros

Laugh out loud at this classic comedy that pokes fun at the hypocrisy of human nature. A timeless critique that still resonates today.

The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original text.

Colley Cibber was an important writer and actor in the British theatre of the early 18th century. This book collects several of his plays, including The Double Gallant, Ximena, The Comical Lovers, and The Non-Juror. These works offer a fascinating look at the world of British theatre in the early 1700s.

One of the most important playwrights of the Restoration era, Colley Cibber was also an actor, director, and Poet Laureate of England. This collection brings together all of his major plays, including his most famous work, 'The Careless Husband'. Blending comedy, tragedy, and social commentary, Cibber's writing is as entertaining as it is insightful. This edition includes an introduction and notes that provide valuable historical and literary context for readers new to Cibber's work.