Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: The New York Idea by Langdon Elwyn Mitchell The performance of "The New York Idea" at the Lyric Theatre, New York, on November 19, 1906, was one of the rare, distinguished events in the American Theatre. It revealed the fact that at last an American playwright had written a drama comparable with the very best European models, scintillating with clear, cold brilliancy, whose dialogue carried with it an exceptional literary style. It was a play that showed a vitality which will serve to keep it alive for many generations, which will make it welcome, however often it is revived; for there is a universal import to its satire which raises it above the local, social condition it purports to portray. And though there is nothing of an ideal character about its situations, though it seems to be all head, with a minimum of apparent heart, it none the less is universal in the sense that Restoration comedy is universal. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

"The New York Idea" is a comedy about divorce that examined the emerging phenomenon of casual divorce in the early 1900s. Its lively dialogue and the relevant absurdities of the character made it a famous drawing-room comedy.

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"Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: The Moth and the Flame" curated and edited by Montrose Jonas Moses, showcases Clyde Fitch's captivating play alongside other prominent American playwrights. "The Moth and the Flame" captures the essence of human desires and societal expectations, exploring themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery. With Moses' expert curation, this anthology offers a diverse array of dramatic masterpieces that reflect the cultural, social, and artistic landscape of America during the selected period. Each play stands as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of American dramatists, shaping the theatrical landscape of their time and inspiring future generations of playwrights.

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"Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Paul Kauvar; or, Anarchy" by Steele MacKaye James Morrison Steele MacKaye was an American playwright, actor, theater manager and inventor. Paul Kauvar was one of his most famous works. A dramatic story of anarchy and the complex road life takes, often when you least expect it. None of Steele Mackaye's dramas were written with any idea of being read. They were all constructed by one fully alive to the theatre and its demands. Thus, they are so descriptive in nature, they paint a picture as if you wee watching it on stage.