George Farquhar's 'The Recruiting Officer' is a humorous and witty play set in the midst of the War of Spanish Succession. Written in the Restoration comedy style, the play explores themes of love, loyalty,...

George Farquhar's 'The Inconstant' is a comedic play that delves into the themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Written in the Restoration comedy style, the book is filled with witty dialogue,...

George Farquhar's 'The Beaux-Stratagem' is a classic comedy of manners that satirizes the social conventions of 18th-century Britain. The play follows the antics of two cash-strapped gentlemen who pose...

George Farquhar's 'The Constant Couple; Or, A Trip to the Jubilee' is a delightful comedy of manners that showcases the author's keen wit and sharp observation of society. Set in the Restoration period,...

George Farquhar's play, 'The Inconstant,' is a comedic masterpiece that satirizes the societal norms of the 18th century. Through witty dialogue and humorous situations, Farquhar addresses themes of love,...

George Farquhar's 'The Beaux-Stratagem' is a comedic play that delves into the themes of love, deception, and social class in 18th-century England. Written in a witty and satirical style, the play follows...

The NHB Drama Classics series presents the world's greatest plays in affordable, highly readable editions for students, actors and theatregoers. The hallmarks of the series are accessible introductions...

The NHB Drama Classics series presents the world's greatest plays in affordable, highly readable editions for students, actors and theatregoers. The hallmarks of the series are accessible introductions...

In the bustling streets of London, where love and deceit intertwine, "The Constant Couple" unfolds. Sir Harry Wildair, a charming but reckless rake, finds himself entangled in a web of romantic entanglements....

In the bustling town of Shrewsbury, a cunning recruiting officer, Captain Plume, arrives with his flamboyant sidekick, Sergeant Kite. Their mission: to enlist new soldiers for the war against France....