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  • The Man of the World (1792)

    Macklin uses satire and farce to poke fun at the social and moral norms of the time, particularly the pretensions of the upper class and their obsession with status. The protagonist's pursuit of Charlotte exemplifies the absurdity of social climbing and the lengths to which people will go to maintain appearances. Throughout the play, there is a focus on the contrast between outward appearances and ... Read more

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  • The Covent Garden Theatre or Pasquin Turn'd Drawcansir

    The plot revolves around the struggles and comedic events that unfold at the Covent Garden Theatre, with a particular focus on the conflicts between the actors, managers, and the audience. Through a mix of slapstick humor, absurd situations, and witty dialogue, Macklin critiques the egos of prominent figures in the London theatre scene and the often theatrical nature of the broader political ... Read more

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  • The true-born Irishman : or, Irish fine lady

    A comedy of two acts

    Charles Macklin's The true-born Irishman: or, Irish fine lady belongs to the lively tradition of eighteenth-century comic theatre, where national manners, social ambition, and metropolitan affectation are exposed through wit and performance. The play stages Irish identity not as a fixed essence but as a contested social role, filtering questions of class, refinement, and authenticity through ... Read more

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  • A Will and No Will; or A Bone for the Lawyers. (1746) The New Play Criticiz'd or the Plague of Envy. (1747)

    The play uses humor to expose the absurdities of legal systems and the characters' overzealous pursuit of personal gain. The characters’ exaggerated personalities and their actions highlight the theme of social ambition and the manipulation of the legal process for personal benefit. The play is both a satirical commentary on the legal profession and an exploration of the folly of human nature, ... Read more

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  • The True-Born Irishman Or Irish Fine Lady A Comedy Of Two Acts

    The True-Born Irishman; or, Irish Fine Lady is a sparkling comedy by Charles Macklin that delights listeners with sharp wit, lively dialogue, and keen social observation. In this audiobook, Macklin’s theatrical brilliance comes alive, drawing the audience into a world where identity, manners, and pretensions are humorously put to the test.Set against the backdrop of contrasting Irish and English ... Read more

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  • The True-Born Irishman

    A witty two-act comedy satirizing social pretensions, national identity, and class distinctions in eighteenth-century Ireland. ... Read more

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  • The Man of the World (1792)

    Navigating Moral Dilemmas in 18th Century High Society

    Charles Macklin's "The Man of the World" (1792) is a poignant exploration of societal hypocrisy, virtue, and the complexities of human nature. Set against the backdrop of the burgeoning Enlightenment, Macklin employs a blend of sharp dialogue and rich character development to delve into the moral dilemmas faced by individuals navigating a rapidly changing world. The play'Äôs protagonist, Lord ... Read more

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    A Will and No Will or a Bone for the Lawyers (Unabridged)

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    This "Afterpiece" - a short play to follow a main production - was first produced in 1746. It was based on Regnard's five-act comedy le Legetaire Universel (1707), which is itself a composite of Italian comedy with echoes of Molière, moving from scene to scene with little effort at logical consistency or structure but treating each scene autonomously for its own comic value. The rather long ... Read more

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  • Guy Mannering

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    "Guy Mannering" is set in the southwest of Scotland and is known for its vivid portrayal of the Scottish landscape and society during the late 18th century. The novel follows the life and adventures of its titular character, Guy Mannering, who is a young Englishman and a retired army officer. The story begins with Mannering's arrival in the village of Kippletringan, where he becomes involved in ... Read more

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  • A Sentimental Journey and Other Writings

    Series series Oxford World's Classics
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  • Jane Austen, The Poetry Of

    by Jane Austen ...
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