Publisher's Synopsis
The Dramatic Works of Colley Cibber V5 is a collection of plays written by Colley Cibber, a renowned English actor, playwright, and poet. This particular volume contains seven plays: Caesar in Egypt, Flora or Hob in the Well, School Boy, Xerxes, Venus and Adonis, Papal Tyranny, and Damon and Phillida. Caesar in Egypt is a tragedy that tells the story of Julius Caesar's affair with Cleopatra and the political consequences that follow. Flora, or Hob in the Well is a comedy about a country bumpkin who falls in love with a wealthy woman. School Boy is a farce that satirizes the education system of the time. Xerxes is a tragedy that tells the story of the Persian king's failed attempt to conquer Greece. Venus and Adonis is a mythological tale of love and tragedy. Papal Tyranny is a political play that criticizes the power and corruption of the Catholic Church. Damon and Phillida is a pastoral comedy about two lovers who overcome obstacles to be together. This volume was published in 1777, long after Cibber's death, and is a testament to his enduring legacy as a playwright. The plays in this collection offer a diverse range of genres and themes, showcasing Cibber's versatility as a writer.In Five Volumes.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.
