Four Plays by George Farquhar (Vintage 1959 Edition)

“Four Plays” is a collection of works by George Farquhar, an Irish playwright who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The collection includes four of Farquhar’s most famous plays: “The Recruiting Officer,” “The Beaux’ Stratagem,” “The Constant Couple,” and “The Twin Rivals.”

“The Recruiting Officer” is a comedy that satirizes the practice of recruiting soldiers for the British Army during the 18th century. It tells the story of two officers who compete for the affections of a wealthy young woman while trying to recruit men for their regiment.

“The Beaux’ Stratagem” is a play that follows two young men who are down on their luck and travel to a small town to find wealthy wives. However, they soon find themselves embroiled in a series of romantic and financial schemes.

“”The Constant Couple” is a comedy that follows the adventures of two young couples who are trying to navigate the challenges of love and marriage. The play explores themes such as infidelity, deception, and the clash of social classes.

“The Twin Rivals” is a play that follows two brothers who are both in love with the same woman. The play explores themes of jealousy, sibling rivalry, and romantic love.

Overall, “Four Plays” is a collection of witty and entertaining works by George Farquhar that offer a glimpse into the social and cultural life of 18th-century England.