The Drama Of Sensibility

The Drama of Sensibility: A Sketch of the History of English Sentimental Comedy and Domestic Tragedy, 1696-1780 is a book written by Ernest Bernbaum and published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of sentimental comedy and domestic tragedy in English literature during the period of 1696-1780. Bernbaum's work analyzes the cultural and literary context of the time, exploring the social and political factors that influenced the emergence of these genres. He examines the themes and motifs that are common to these plays, such as the portrayal of family life, the exploration of human emotions, and the critique of societal norms. The book also explores the works of notable playwrights of the time, such as Richard Steele, Colley Cibber, and George Lillo, and examines how they contributed to the development of these genres. Bernbaum's analysis is supported by extensive research and references to primary sources, making the book a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature.Overall, The Drama of Sensibility is a highly informative and insightful book that provides a detailed account of the history of sentimental comedy and domestic tragedy 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.