Study Guide to The Beggar’s Opera by John Gay
Our Study Guide to The Beggar’s Opera by John Gay encourages students to dig deeper in their understanding of great works of literature. #MasterTheText
As a comedy of the Restoration period of British drama, the humor in The Beggar’s Opera, by John Gay , serves as a medium for carrying the author’s meaning—social satire—which is applicable in all countries at all times. Moreover, the basis of the play’s success rests on three factors: its artistic merit; its originality (this is in part measured by the number of later dramas which clearly display the influence of its innovations); and its pervasive humor. This Study Guide to The Beggar’s Opera by John Gay explores the context and history of Gay’s classic work, helping students to thoroughly explore the reasons it has stood the literary test of time. Available now on Amazon!
Each The Beggar’s Opera Study Guide contains:
- Introductions to the Author and the Work
- Character Summaries
- Plot Guides
- Section and Chapter Overviews
- Test Essay and Study Q&As
The Bright Notes Study Guide series offers an in-depth tour of numerous classic works of literature, exploring characters, critical commentary, historical background, plots, and themes. This set of study guides encourages readers to dig deeper in their understanding by including essay questions and answers as well as topics for further research.
