This fascinating book is a detailed study of the English Miracle Plays, a series of theatrical productions based on apocryphal New Testament stories. Written by William Hone, a respected historian and writer, it includes descriptions of these plays and their importance in English cultural history, as well as other ecclesiastical shows from the same period. First published in 1823, it remains an important source of information for anyone interested in medieval theatre and culture.

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