Mrs. Inchbald
Elizabeth Inchbald was an English novelist, actress, dramatist, and translator. Her two novels, A Simple Story and Nature and Art, have received particular critical attention.
A Simple Story
A priest's life takes a turn when he must guide a charming but frivolous young woman through society, even as love and duty clash.
By Mrs. Inchbald
Nature and Art
Two brothers venture into a world of dreams and disillusions when one's musical talent sparks a journey of ambition, family strife, and societal scrutiny.
By Mrs. Inchbald
Next Door Neighbours: A Comedy; In Three Acts
In this hilarious clash of classes, a wealthy man's pursuit of love with a woman from a struggling family unearths secrets and forces everyone to question what truly matters.
By Mrs. Inchbald
Such Things Are: A Play, in Five Acts
Amidst humor and political tension, English characters in Sumatra find their lives intertwined with love, betrayal, and the pursuit of power.
By Mrs. Inchbald
The Widow's Vow: A Farce, in Two Acts
In a whirlwind of mistaken identities and broken promises, a heartbroken Countess is pursued by a disguised lover, leading to laughter and an unexpected twist on love's true meaning.
By Mrs. Inchbald