John Oxenford (1812–1877) was a prolific English playwright, critic, and translator whose literary career spanned the greater part of the 19th century. An erudite figure in Victorian literary circles, he distinguished himself early on with his adeptness at farce and comedy. His work 'A Day Well Spent: A Farce, in One Act' stands as a consummate example of his skill in crafting succinct, humorous t...