Publisher's Synopsis
The Plays of Philip Massinger: From the Text of William Gifford (1887) is a collection of plays written by the English playwright Philip Massinger. The book contains a total of 18 plays, including The Roman Actor, The City Madam, and The Maid of Honour. The plays are presented in their original form, as edited by William Gifford in the 19th century. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the world of English theater during the 17th century, as well as a deeper understanding of Massinger's work and his contributions to the genre. The language used in the plays is typical of the period, with a focus on heightened emotions and dramatic dialogue. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of English literature and theater, as well as anyone interested in the history of drama.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.
