Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet, and illustrator. This book is a collection of some of his most renowned plays. The volume contains: The Wicked World, Pygmalion and Galatea, Charity, The Princess, The Palace of Truth, and Trial by Jury. All of which showcase magic, wonder, and are able to transport readers as well as those lucky enough to witness live performances of his work to a fantastical version of the past.