The Origin Of The English Drama V3

The Origin of the English Drama Volume 3 is a historical book written by Thomas Hawkins and first published in 1773. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the development of English drama, focusing on the genres of mystery, morality, tragedy, and comedy. The author traces the origins of each genre and examines its evolution over time. The book is divided into four parts, with each part dedicated to a specific genre. The first part discusses the mystery plays, which were religious dramas performed in the Middle Ages. The second part explores morality plays, which were popular in the 15th and 16th centuries and focused on moral lessons. The third part examines tragedy, which emerged in the Elizabethan era and was characterized by its depiction of human suffering and downfall. The final part of the book discusses comedy, which also emerged in the Elizabethan era and was known for its humorous and satirical elements. Throughout the book, Hawkins provides detailed analysis of the plays and their historical context, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature and 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.