The Rehearsal
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The Rehearsal
ISBN not provided · 1869 · First Edition
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The Rehearsal is a satirical play by George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham, first performed in 1671 and published in 1672. It is a comedic critique of the heroic drama popularized by playwrights such as John Dryden. The play is known for its clever parody and its role in shaping Restoration comedy.
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HardcoverFirst Edition1869
Pages: 112Language: EnglishPaper finish: MatteCatalog notes
Contributor: George VilliersContributor: 2nd Duke of Buckingham
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Category: 17th Century LiteratureCategory: Classic LiteratureCategory: Cultural CommentaryCategory: English DramaCategory: Historical PlaysCategory: Literary CriticismCategory: LiteratureCategory: Political SatireCategory: CriticismInfluenced by: Ben JonsonInfluenced by: William ShakespeareInfluenced: John DrydenInfluenced: Richard Brinsley SheridanCornerstone of: Restoration Comedy
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