Prologue written by Samuel Johnson and spoken by David Garrick at a benefit-performance of Comus, April 1750 / Reproduced in type-facsimile.

Author/creator Johnson, Samuel
Format Book
Publication InfoLondon : H. Milford, Oxford University Press, 1925.
Description1 volume (various paginations) ; 34 cm
Subjects

General noteThe Postscript written by Johnson for William Lauder's "Essay on Milton's use and imitation of the moderns, in his Paradise lost," is appended.
General noteWith reproduction of original t.-p.: A new prologue spoken by Mr Garrick, Thursday, April 5, 1750. At the representation of Comus, for the benefit of Mrs Elizabeth Foster, Milton's grand-daughter, and only surviving descendant. London: J. Payne and J. Bouquet, 1750.
General note"Five hundred copies printed."
General noteCover title: Johnson's prologue to Comus.
Other titleJohnson's prologue to Comus.
LCCN 26012394

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Joyner General Stacks - Oversize PR3531 .P73 1925 ✔ Available Place Hold