Richly exploited comic situations, effervescent wit, and intricate plots combine to make Sheridan's work among the best of all English comedy. This edition includes his most famous plays, <em>The Rivals, The School for Scandal, </em> and <em>The Critic</em>, as well as two lesser known musical plays, <em>The Duenna</em> and <em>A Trip to Scarborough</em>. A detailed introduction and notes on Sheridan's playhouses and critical inheritance make this an invaluable edition for study and performance alike. <p/><strong>About the Series: </strong> For over 100 years <strong>Oxford World's Classics</strong> has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. (Ingram Syndetics 2023-11-08)