A very rare and hard-to-find hardcover with dust jacket. A collection of five classic comedies by Carlo Goldoni, depicting the changing social dynamics of 18th-century Venice. The author breaks with the improvised theatre of commedia dell'arte, creating realistic portrayals of the characters and subtle social satire. The book is in very good condition. The dust jacket has minor creases. The edges may be lightly soiled with dust. The interior of the book is in excellent condition.