Delphi Complete Works of William Congreve (Illustrated) by William Congreve

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ISBN: 9781786561275
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A giant of eighteenth century literature, William Congreve was an English playwright and poet of the Restoration period. His poetry demonstrates a learned understanding of the classics, raw satirical power and an ironic scrutiny of the affectations of his age. Congreve’s famous plays are celebrated for their witty dialogue and their seminal influence on the comedy of manners style. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literatures finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents Congreve’s complete works, with related illustrations and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Congreves life and works* Concise introduction to Congreve’s life and poetry* Congreves complete poems – available in no other collection* Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the poetry* Easily locate the poems you want to read* Includes Congreves complete dramatic works – first time in digital print* Excellent formatting of the poems and plays* Features three biographies, including Samuel Johnson’s memoir - discover Congreves intriguing life* Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to see our wide range of poet titles CONTENTS: The Life and Poetry of William CongreveBrief Introduction: William Congreve by Algernon Charles SwinburneComplete Poetical Works of William CongreveList of Poems in Alphabetical Order The ComediesThe Old BachelorThe Double DealerLove for LoveThe Way of the World The TragedyThe Mourning Bride The MasqueThe Judgement of Paris The OperaSemele The ProseIncognita; Or, Love and Duty Reconcild The BiographiesCongreve by Samuel JohnsonIntroduction to William Congreve by G. S. StreetWilliam Congreve by Leslie Stephen Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of poetry titles or buy the entire Delphi Poets Series as a Super Set

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