Publisher's Synopsis
Thomas Shadwell's Libertine is a book written by August Steiger that provides a complementary study to the Don Juan literature. The book examines the work of Thomas Shadwell, a seventeenth-century English playwright, and his play The Libertine, which is a retelling of the Don Juan story. Steiger explores the themes of the play, including the idea of libertinism and the consequences of living a life of excess. He also analyzes the characters in the play, particularly the protagonist, Dorimant, who embodies the idea of the libertine. The book provides historical context for the play and its reception, as well as a critical analysis of its significance in the canon of English literature. Steiger also compares Shadwell's version of the Don Juan story to other literary adaptations, including those by Lord Byron and Moli�����re. Overall, Thomas Shadwell's Libertine is a comprehensive study of a lesser-known work in the Don Juan literary tradition, providing valuable insights into the themes and characters of the play and its place 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.
