Thomas Shadwell

Thomas Shadwell was an English playwright and poet who was active in the late 17th century. He is best known for his plays, which often explored themes of love, power, and politics. Shadwell was a rival of John Dryden, with whom he had a long-standing feud. Despite his rivalry with Dryden, Shadwell was a respected figure in his time, and his works are still studied by scholars today. Shadwell was also a prolific writer, producing numerous plays, poems, and essays throughout his career.