The Birthday; A Comedy in Three Acts

This is an enjoyable and witty play, which tells the story of a young man who is desperate to celebrate his birthday in style but ends up having a series of misadventures. Dibdin's play is full of lively characters, clever wordplay, and humorous situations. The play was first performed in the late 18th century, and this edition includes an introduction, notes, and other useful contextual information.

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