Delphi Complete Works of Richard Brinsley Sheridan Illustrated: Delphi Eight 13

This eBook features the complete works of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, with illustrations and a concise .

About Richard Brinsley Sheridan

Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751-1816) was an Irish playwright, poet, and politician. He is best known for his plays, which include The Rivals, The School for Scandal, and The Critic. Sheridan was also a successful politician, serving as a member of the Irish House of Commons and the British House of Commons.

Delphi Complete Works of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Illustrated) (Delphi Series Eight Book 13)

by Fred Ray Lybrand

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7844 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	2038 pages

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Features

• Complete works of Richard Brinsley Sheridan
• Illustrated with over 100 images
• Concise
• DRM-free
• Available in multiple formats

Contents

• Plays
• Poetry
• Speeches
• Letters

Plays

• The Rivals
• The School for Scandal
• The Critic
• A Trip to Scarborough
• The Duenna
• St. Patrick's Day
• The Camp
• The Foresters
• Pizarro
• The Stranger

The Rivals

The Rivals is a comedy of manners that satirizes the social conventions of the upper class. The play centers around the rivalry between two young men, Captain Absolute and Sir Lucius O'Trigger, for the hand of Lydia Languish. The play is full of wit and humor, and it is one of Sheridan's most popular plays.

The School for Scandal

The School for Scandal is a comedy of manners that satirizes the gossip and scandal that was prevalent in high society. The play centers around the character of Lady Sneerwell, who spreads rumors about others in order to damage their reputations. The play is full of wit and humor, and it is one of Sheridan's most famous plays.

The Critic

The Critic is a satirical comedy that lampoons the conventions of the theater. The play centers around the character of Mr. Puff, a theatrical manager who is trying to get his new play produced. The play is full of wit and humor, and it is one of Sheridan's most popular plays.

Poetry

• Pizarro
• The Stranger
• The School for Scandal
• The Critic
• The Rivals

Pizarro

Pizarro is a tragedy that tells the story of the Spanish conquest of Peru. The play is based on the historical figure of Francisco Pizarro, who led the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. The play is full of drama and suspense, and it is one of Sheridan's most powerful plays.

The Stranger

The Stranger is a comedy that tells the story of a young man who is shipwrecked on a remote island. The play is full of humor and adventure, and it is one of Sheridan's most popular plays.

Speeches

• Speech on the Nabob of Arcott's Debts
• Speech on the Impeachment of Warren Hastings
• Speech on the French Revolution

Speech on the Nabob of Arcott's Debts

Speech on the Nabob of Arcott's Debts is a speech that Sheridan delivered in the House of Commons in 1785. The speech is a powerful indictment of the East India Company and its treatment of the Indian people.

Speech on the Impeachment of Warren Hastings

Speech on the Impeachment of Warren Hastings is a speech that Sheridan delivered in the House of Commons in 1788. The speech is a powerful attack on Warren Hastings, the Governor-General of India, who was accused of corruption and oppression.

Speech on the French Revolution

Speech on the French Revolution is a speech that Sheridan delivered in the House of Commons in 1793. The speech is a passionate defense of the French Revolution and its ideals.

Letters

• Letter to Thomas Linley
• Letter to David Garrick
• Letter to Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Jr.

Letter to Thomas Linley

Letter to Thomas Linley is a letter that Sheridan wrote to his friend and fellow playwright, Thomas Linley. The letter is full of wit and humor, and it gives us a glimpse into Sheridan's personality.

Delphi Complete Works of Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Illustrated) (Delphi Series Eight Book 13)

by Fred Ray Lybrand

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7844 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	2038 pages

FREE