A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 03

A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 03, published in 1744, compiles significant theatrical works from the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. This collection, curated by William Hazlitt, showcases a variety of styles including historical dramas, tragedies, comedies, and morality plays, reflecting the evolution of English drama before the Restoration period. Each play is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical context and commentary, highlighting themes of power, love, morality, and religion, making it a valuable resource for understanding early English literature and theater.