The Way of the World : Comedy in Five Acts. / with Illus. by T. M. Cleland and an Introd. by Louis Kronenberger
by Congreve, William (1670-1729)
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- Hardcover
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About This Item
New York; Heritage Press, 1959. 1st Edition in this form. Hardback. Near fine copy in the original gilt-blocked, elaborately decorated cloth in slip-case. Spine bands very slightly dulled. The classic Heritage design. An uncommonly good example; corners sharp with an overall tight, bright and clean impression. ; 108 pages; Physical desc. : xxiii, 108 p. Col. Illus. , port. 27 cm Other names: Cleland, T. M. (Thomas Maitland) .
Synopsis
The Way of the World premiered in England in 1700, and is considered on of the best Restoration comedies written. The play follows two lovers, their quest to marry, and the myriad characters and relationships which stand in their way.
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- Bookseller
- MW Books Ltd. (IE)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 85619
- Title
- The Way of the World : Comedy in Five Acts. / with Illus. by T. M. Cleland and an Introd. by Louis Kronenberger
- Author
- Congreve, William (1670-1729)
- Format/Binding
- Hardback
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition in this form
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- New York; Heritage Press
- Date Published
- 1959
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