Boswell, James 1740-1795 creator Dempster, George 1732-1818 Erskine, Andrew 1739-1793 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Critical Strictures on the New Tragedy of Elvira, Written by Mr. David Malloch" is a satirical pamphlet co-authored by James Boswell, Andrew Erskine, and George Dempster, published in 1763. This literary work falls within the genre of criticism and addresses a contemporary play, "Elvira," which is itself a tragic adaptation by Malloch. The pamphlet critiques the play's quality and the author's reputation, reflecting the literary and theatrical norms of the mid-18th century. The content of "Critical Strictures" is essentially a biting commentary on Malloch's tragedy, which revolves around the themes of courtly love and familial conflict involving Don Pedro, Elvira, and the court of Portugal. The authors express their disdain for the predictable plot and lack of originality, likening Malloch’s writing to that of lesser playwrights. They lampoon the play's characterization and dramatic structure, pointing out its absurdities—such as a rebellion that is quickly resolved without genuine conflict. Despite the play running for a few nights, the criticism highlights the authors' views, suggesting that both the play and its author do not achieve the expected literary or emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 35 Release date is 2005-05-18 Produced by David Starner, Clare Boothby and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. Original publication data not identified Mallet, David, 1705?-1765. Elvira PR Original publication data not identified 53000016 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15857 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15857 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133354.0 15857