Description

The Comedy of Manners is a book written by John Palmer and published in 1913. It is a study of the genre of comedy that focuses on the manners and social behavior of the upper classes. The book explores the conventions and themes of the genre, such as marriage, courtship, and social status, and how they are used to satirize the society of the time. Palmer discusses the works of notable playwrights of the genre, including William Congreve, Richard Brinsley Sheridan, and Oscar Wilde, and analyzes their use of language, wit, and humor. The book also examines the historical and cultural context of the genre and its influence on later works of literature and drama. Overall, The Comedy of Manners is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of a significant genre in English literature.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.