Presenting a captivating collection of the most beloved humorous plays by the dramatist of the restoration comedy of manners, Sir John Vanbrugh. The volume features free and lively adaptations from the French, including 'The Country House' and 'The Confederacy' and several other comedies. Contents include: The Confederacy The Mistake The Country House A Journey to London The Provok'd Husband

Presenting a captivating collection of the most beloved humorous plays by the dramatist of the restoration comedy of manners, Sir John Vanbrugh. The volume features two of his argumentative and outspoken Restoration comedies, 'The Relapse' and 'The Provoked Wife,' which are stage favorites but initially gained much controversy. Contents include: The Relapse; Or, Virtue in Danger. The Provok'd Wife, with a new Scene. Æsop, in two Parts. The False Friend.

Dr Korsten provides a biographical sketch of Thomas Baker and reconstructs his library of 4300 titles.