Richard Brinsley Sheridan was an Irish playwright who also served as a Whig member of the British House of Commons for over 30 years. Sheridanrsquo;s most famous plays are The Rivals and The School for Scandal. This edition of The School for Scandal includes a table of contents.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent! I couldnt put it downBy Jeremy DoubleThe subject of this book is not one that would normally have attracted me: I had to read it; because the author is my brother. However; I found it an excellent and enjoyable read: in fact I couldnt put it down. The book is a history and analysis of stand-up comedy in Britain; enlivened and illustrated by the authors own experiences of performing as a stand-up comedian. You might expect a book of history and analysis to be dry and uninteresting; but the style is easy and informal; so it kept my interest throughout. The personal reminiscences are used to shed light on the story of the development of stand-up. They give another perspective to the historical facts; and add an extra dimension to the analyses. To conclude; I really enjoyed this book; and I would recommend anyone to read it.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. THIS BOOK IS A DOUBLE WHAMMYBy brink1@arsenalfc.netWOW! This is not a book that I would have read in a million years- not in terms of content; but because the cover reminded me of Ecstacy by Irving Welsh. This is definately the best read on entertainment since the autobiography of Bud flanagan! Seriously; The book makes you want to keep on reading and you just do NOT want to put it down; so I wouldnt recommend it for honeymooners. It is true comic talent; and apart from being a smiling book which makes you want to grin;it is one of those rare books that once you have put it down; you keep thinking about and laughing. I have sat on the train merely thinking over what i have just read and cannot help but laugh. The book is also a useful reference for anybody interested in persuing or improving their knowledge on Comedy; or simply reading about the humerous endeavours of Dr Double. TRUE TO LIFE AND WITTY WITH IT...LOVED IT.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This is an extremely good book.By A CustomerTrue to form; honest; informative and an interesting read if not fabulous research material. Would inspire people in the industry to learn more about their art and; on a more personal note; saved my graduation project from the shredding machine.
