William Congreve's play, The Mourning Bride, is a classic example of Restoration comedy, filled with wit, satire, and complex characters. Set in a fantastical oriental world, the play explores themes...

William Congreve's 'Love for Love' is a classic Restoration comedy that delves into the intricacies of love, lust, and social norms. Written in the late 17th century, the play showcases Congreve's sharp...

A Chocolate-house. Mirabell and Fainall rising from cards. Betty waiting. MIRA. You are a fortunate man, Mr. Fainall. FAIN. Have we done? MIRA. What you please. I'll play on to entertain you. FAIN. No,...

A Chocolate-house. Mirabell and Fainall rising from cards. Betty waiting. MIRA. You are a fortunate man, Mr. Fainall. FAIN. Have we done? MIRA. What you please. I'll play on to entertain you. FAIN. No,...

Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice. William Congreve’s comedy The Way of the World was first performed in 1700 at the theatre in Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London. It was not well...

In William Congreve's 'Incognita; Or, Love and Duty Reconcil'd', the reader is immersed in a whirlwind of love, duty, and intrigue. This play, written in a neoclassical style, explores the themes of love...

William Congreve's 'The Mourning Bride' is a tragedy play suitable for the Restoration theater of the late 17th century. Its elegant language demonstrates Congreve's mastery of dialogue and wit, making...

William Congreve's 'The Way of the World' is a classic Restoration comedy that satirizes the social manners and marriage customs of the upper class in early 18th century England. Written in witty dialogue...

William Congreve's 'The Old Bachelor' is a classic restoration comedy that delves into the intricate social dynamics and relationships of 17th-century England. Known for its witty dialogue, sharp satire,...

William Congreve's 'The Double-Dealer' is a play that showcases the complexities of love, deceit, and betrayal in the 17th century literary context. Written in a satirical and sharp-witted style, Congreve...

William Congreve's 'The Old Bachelor' is a witty and satirical comedy of manners reflecting the Restoration comedy style popular in the late 17th century. The play explores themes of love, marriage, and...

The Mourning Bride is a tragedy by William Congreve. Queen Zara is held captive by Manuel, King of Granada. A maze of passion and deceit triggers the erroneous killing of Manuel who is in disguise, leading...

The play is based around the two lovers Mirabell and Millamant. In order for the two to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort....

Sir William Congreve's 'The Details of the Rocket System' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the intricacies of rocket technology and its applications in warfare. Written in a clear and detailed...

'One no more owes one's beauty to a lover, than one's wit to an echo.'With the Restoration of the monarchy in 1660, the republican ban on organised theatre was lifted – and plays exploded back onto the...

The Metamorphoses is a Latin narrative poem by the Roman poet Ovid, considered his magnum opus. Comprising fifteen books and over 250 myths, the poem chronicles the history of the world from its creation...