The School for Scandal by Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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Author Sheridan, Richard Brinsley, 1751-1816
Title The School for Scandal
Note Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The School for Scandal" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is a comedy written in the late 18th century. The play focuses on the themes of gossip, hypocrisy, and the complexities of human relationships within high society, primarily through the encounters of characters such as Lady Sneerwell, Sir Peter Teazle, and Mr. Surface, who navigate the labyrinthine world of scandal and reputation. The opening of the play sets the tone for its exploration of scandal as it introduces Lady Sneerwell and various gossiping characters who indulge in the art of rumor-mongering. Lady Sneerwell discusses her manipulative strategies to spread false rumors about others, revealing her malice and the delight she takes in scandalous news. As conversations unfold among her peers, the hypocrisy of the characters becomes apparent, highlighting their contradictions—while they engage in slandering others, they vehemently defend their own reputations. The witty dialogue and sharp observations on societal behavior lay the foundational framework for the comedic yet critical examination of a world fueled by slander and deceit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject English drama -- 18th century
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Drama
Subject Nobility -- England -- History -- 18th century -- Drama
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EBook-No. 1929
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 9, 2017
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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