Influence Of Moliere On Restoration Comedy

""The Influence of Moliere on Restoration Comedy"" by Dudley Howe Miles is a comprehensive analysis of the impact of French playwright Moliere on the development of English Restoration comedy. Miles examines the ways in which Moliere's works, particularly his use of satire and farce, influenced the writing and style of Restoration playwrights such as William Congreve, George Etherege, and John Vanbrugh. The book also explores the cultural and historical context of Restoration England, including the influence of French culture on English society and the political and social changes of the era. With detailed analysis of specific plays and comparisons between Moliere and his English contemporaries, Miles provides a thorough exploration of the lasting legacy of Moliere's work on the Restoration comedy genre. This book is an essential resource for scholars and students of literature, theatre, and cultural history.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.