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A review of the first performance of 'The Rivals' objected to the character of Sir Lucius as "an ungenerous attack upon a nation, a villainous portrait of an Irish gentleman" Explore Sheridan's purpose in his presentation of Sir Lucius.
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The Rivals Essay 1: A review of the first performance of 'The Rivals' objected to the character of Sir Lucius as "an ungenerous attack upon a nation, a villainous portrait of an Irish gentleman" Explore Sheridan's purpose in his presentation of Sir Lucius. When first seeing 'The Rivals' performed, the audience would notice Sir Lucius' Irish accent. This accent would be very important in the characterisation of Sir Lucius, as it is part of the humour of the play. Sheridan's purpose for this character has many aspects including humour and as the third member of the men in search of Lydia's heart. To understand Sheridan's purpose for Sir Lucius more, I will study the text in more detail. When we first see Sir Lucius he is on the North Parade, waiting for Lucy who has a letter for him, who he believes to be from Lydia. The letter is actually from Mrs....
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