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Aphra Behn's pen ignited the Restoration stage with wit, daring, and a fearless challenge to convention. The Works Of Aphra Behn (Volume VI), edited by Montague Summers, gathers a remarkable selection from one of 17th century England's most influential women writers. Here, Restoration drama comes alive - sharp, satirical, and unflinching in its exploration of gender and power dynamics, inviting readers to experience early modern literature at its boldest. This essential English playwright anthology reveals Behn's mastery of satire and her pioneering voice in a society dominated by her male contemporaries, including John Dryden. Her plays and prose, rich with feminist literary themes and biting commentary on the Restoration period, offer both a mirror to her turbulent age and a timeless resource for literature students and classic literature enthusiasts. Each work pulses with the energy of an era when theatre was rebellion and every line a risk. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For anyone fascinated by Restoration period works, the evolution of women writers of the past, or the enduring allure of 17th century satire, this collection is both a cultural treasure and an invitation to rediscover a literary pioneer.