Arthur Murphy — The Desert Island a Dramatic Poem in Three Acts

Dublin, G and A Ewing, 1760. Disbound. A bright, crisp, very scarce copy of this eighteenth century play by Irish writer Arthur Murphy. A scarce dramatic poem, in three acts. This play was first Acted at the Theatre Royal in Drury Lane. The first edition of this play. 'The Desert Island' follows two sisters, Costanza and Sylvia who are stranded on a desert island. Costanza is suffering from the isolation of the island and considers suicide, whereas Sylvia is too young to remember life in the outside world and therefore enjoys an idyllic and peaceful life. Arthur Murphy was also known under the pseudonym Charles Ranger, an Irish writer. Noted works by Murphy include 'The Apprentice', 'The Citizen', and 'The School of Guardians&apos. A bight copy of this work. Disbound, as is common. Externally, in an excellent condition with just a few light spots to the front and rear wrap. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean. Near Fine . Ill.: None. Near Fine .