Dramatists Of The Present Day (1871)

""Dramatists Of The Present Day"" is a book written by Thomas Purnell in 1871. It is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most prominent playwrights of the time, including Tom Taylor, Tom Robertson, and W. S. Gilbert. The book provides insights into their lives, their writing styles, and the themes and motifs present in their plays. Purnell also offers critical analyses of their works, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the context and significance of their contributions to the theatrical world. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of drama and the evolution of theatrical writing in the 19th century.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.