Publisher's Synopsis
The Comedy of Convocation in the English Church, in Two Scenes is a satirical play written by Arthur Featherstone Marshall and originally published in 1868. The play is set during a meeting of the Convocation of the English Church, a legislative body of the Church of England. The first scene takes place during a debate about the use of incense in church services. The characters, all members of the clergy, are depicted as bumbling and ineffectual, with their arguments devolving into absurdity. The second scene takes place during a discussion about the role of bishops in the church. Again, the characters are portrayed as foolish and self-important, with their debates descending into farce. The play is a commentary on the state of the Church of England in the mid-19th century, which was marked by internal divisions and a lack of direction. Marshall uses humor and satire to criticize the clergy for their perceived incompetence and inability to address the pressing issues facing the church. Overall, The Comedy of Convocation in the English Church, in Two Scenes is a witty and biting critique of the Church of England during a turbulent period in its history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
