George Farquhar - The Recruiting Officer: "Crimes, like virtues, are their own rewards."

The life of George Farquhar, born in 1677 in Derry, Ireland, unfolds through his transformation from a struggling actor to a celebrated playwright. After a mishap on stage, he shifted his focus to writing, achieving early success with plays like "Love and a Bottle" and "The Constant Couple." Balancing his career with military duties, he produced notable works, including "The Recruiting Officer" and his masterpiece, "The Beaux Stratagem," which showcased his unique verbal wit and character-driven narratives. Farquhar's influence on English drama endures, despite his untimely death at 40.