Five Old Plays, Illustrating the Early Progress of the English Drama

Five Old Plays is a collection of five early English plays edited by John Payne Collier. The plays offer a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of English drama from the fifteenth to the seventeenth century. They explore a range of themes, from religious morality to courtly love, and provide valuable insights into the social and cultural milieu in which they were produced.

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