ISBN: 978-93-6721-345-2
Author: William Congreve
Pages: 114 (xii + 102)
Size: A5
Genre: Classic English Drama, Comedy of Manners
Edition: 2026
Price: ₹179
Key Features
- Masterpiece of Restoration Comedy by William Congreve
- Explores themes of love, marriage, wealth, and satire
- Features witty dialogue and sharp character development
- Frequently prescribed in English literature and theatre courses
- Ideal A5 paperback edition for students and scholars
Description
The Way of the World is William Congreve’s most famous comedy, first staged in 1700 and considered a pinnacle of the English Comedy of Manners. It brilliantly portrays the social intrigues of its time, weaving themes of love, money, and hypocrisy into witty dialogue and elegant dramatic structure.
The play’s witty lovers, Mirabell and Millamant, negotiate their relationship in ways that continue to spark interest in modern discussions of love and marriage. With humor, satire, and timeless social commentary, this play remains a staple in theatre and literary studies.
Made in India
Publisher: Doaba Publicationss
Shanti Mohan House, 16 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi – 110002
Binding: Paperback
Printed in: New Delhi
