Three Plays (Classic Reprint): With a Preface, Including Dramatic Observations, of the Late Lieutenant-General Burgoyne: With a Preface, Including ... Lieutenant-General Burgoyne (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Three Plays, with a Preface and Dramatic Observations An annotated edition by William Hayley presents a historical view of late 18th‑century theatre, blending dramatic texts with Hayley’s own preface and reflections. This collection illuminates Burgoyne-era drama and the era’s theatrical culture.

This edition gathers three plays, accompanied by a preface that offers personal anecdotes, literary context, and observations on dramatic writing. Readers will encounter historical voices, insights into dramatic craft, and the author’s own experiences with the stage and its managers. The material provides both the texts and a window into the author’s life and times.

• Primary dramatic texts from a noted 18th‑century editor and poet


• A prefatory narrative that sheds light on writing, production, and reception


• Authorial observations about drama, performance, and the theatre world


• Historical context surrounding Burgoyne and late 1700s English stage culture

Ideal for readers seeking classic drama with scholarly context, plus those curious about theatrical history and the life of William Hayley. This edition is well suited to students, scholars, and fans of antique theatre.

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