The Beaux' Stratagem

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Beaux' Stratagem
Authors and Contributors      By (author) George Farquhar
Edited by Prof. Ann Blake
Volume editor Prof. Ann Blake
SeriesNew Mermaids
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:192
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenrePlays, playscripts
Literary studies - c 1500 to c 1800
Literary studies - plays and playwrights
ISBN/Barcode 9780713670004
ClassificationsDewey:822.4
Audience
General
Illustrations approx 4 b&w photos

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Methuen Drama
Publication Date 30 November 2005
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A major new edition of this Restoration comedy. Detailed commentary notes are included alongside the play text for easy reference. There is also a lively and comprehensively researched account of the play's historical, social and theatrical context. The book is aimed at actors, theatre-goers and students of English drama (both A Level students and undergraduates), and includes a list of further reading suggestions to aid research. New Mermaids is a series of over 50 classic plays with an active programme of new editions.

Author Biography

Ann Blake is Honorary Fellow at the School of Communication, Arts and Critical Enquiry, La Trobe University, Victoria, Australia