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Memoir Of Mr. Sheridan (1840)

Memoir Of Mr. Sheridan (1840)

Smyth, William

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ISBN10: 1104189909
ISBN13: 9781104189907
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Mar 20 2009
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Memoir of Mr. Sheridan is a biographical work written by William Smyth and published in 1840. The book is a detailed account of the life of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, an Irish playwright, poet, and politician who lived from 1751 to 1816. Smyth's memoir provides a comprehensive overview of Sheridan's life, including his childhood, his rise to fame as a playwright, his involvement in politics, and his personal relationships.The book begins with a brief introduction to Sheridan's family background and early life. It then delves into his career as a playwright, discussing his most famous works, including The Rivals and The School for Scandal. Smyth also explores Sheridan's involvement in politics, including his election to Parliament and his role in the impeachment trial of Warren Hastings.Throughout the memoir, Smyth provides insight into Sheridan's personal life, including his relationships with his wife, Elizabeth Linley, and his mistress, Frances Anne Crewe. He also discusses Sheridan's financial troubles and his struggles with addiction.Overall, Memoir of Mr. Sheridan provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figures of the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, politics, or the history of the era.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.

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