English Miracle Plays and Moralities (1907)

English Miracle Plays and Moralities is a book written by E. Hamilton Moore and published in 1907. It is a collection of plays from the medieval times that were performed in England during the 15th and 16th centuries. The book includes a variety of plays ranging from religious dramas to secular comedies. The plays were performed by guilds and were often based on biblical stories, such as the Nativity and the Crucifixion of Jesus. They were performed in public spaces, such as town squares and marketplaces, and were intended to educate the public about Christianity. The book also includes moralities, which were plays that featured allegorical characters representing virtues and vices. These plays were intended to teach moral lessons to the audience. Moore's book provides an insight into the culture and society of medieval England, as well as the development of drama during that time. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of literature, history, and theatre.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.