Female Playwrights of the Nineteenth Century

This anthology of nineteenth century drama includes a range of dramatic genres, represented by The Family Legend by Joanna Baillie, Smiles and Tears by Marie-Therese Kemble, Fashion by Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie, East Lynne by Mrs. Henry Wood in T. A. Palmer's adaptation for the stage, Alan's Wife by Florence Bell and Elizabeth Robins, and John Oliver Hobbes (Pearl Cragie)'s The Ambassador. In addition to their significant contributions to theatre history, these dramas give insight into the conditions and thoughts of nineteenth century women.