The book ""Dramatic Works and Poems of James Shirley V1: And Some Account of Shirley and His Writings"" is a collection of plays and poems written by James Shirley, a famous English playwright from the 17th century. The book is edited by Alexander Dyce and is the first volume in a series of collections of Shirley's works.In addition to the plays and poems, the book also includes a detailed account of Shirley's life and career as a writer. This account provides readers with insight into Shirley's background, influences, and literary style.The plays included in the book cover a range of genres, from comedies to tragedies, and showcase Shirley's skill as a playwright. The poems, on the other hand, offer readers a glimpse into Shirley's poetic talent and his ability to write in different styles.Overall, ""Dramatic Works and Poems of James Shirley V1: And Some Account of Shirley and His Writings"" is a comprehensive collection of Shirley's works that offers readers a deeper understanding of his life and legacy as a writer.In Six Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.