Isbn: 9780282912543 - Publications of the Modern Language Association of America, 1916, Vol. 31 (classic Reprint) (4 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a new perspective on the works of William Congreve, an English playwright of the late 17th and 18th centuries. Known for his clever and witty comedies, Congreve was one of the most celebrated writers of his era, and his literary style influenced English literature for centuries. The author of this book, however, challenges the typical interpretation of Congreve's works as purely cynical and worldly, arguing instead that they possess a surprisingly romantic depth. Through detailed analysis of Congreve's major comedies, the author demonstrates that Congreve celebrated the gallantry and pleasures of libertinism as an ideal to strive for, painting a utopian vision of it in his plays. However, the author does not shy away from Congreve's faults, acknowledging both the grossness of language found in his works and his moral culpability in depicting licentiousness as a source of happiness. The author asserts that these faults should not overshadow the genuine charm and significant themes found in Congreve's body of work, themes that merit a fresh appraisal by modern readers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…