Richard Sheridan (Oct. 30, 1751 - July 7, 1816)
Richard Brinsley Sheridan left behind his original intent sto study law to become a playwright. His first play, "The Rivals," was initially a failure, but a change in the lead actor turned it into a success upon its second performance. Besides writing his comedies of manners, Sheridan was also a public speaker and politician. He served in Parliament from 1780 to 1812, four years before his death.
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