King Arthur

Originally published in 1928, this book contains an edition of John Dryden's play King Arthur, which was first performed in 1691. The subsequent alterations made by Henry Purcell are noted where they alter or expand the text. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in English opera or Restoration drama.

King Arthur; or, The British Worthy: a dramatick Opera by John Dryden, performed at the New Theatre Cambridge 14-18 February 1928, with the alterations adopted by Henry Purcell.