The Grecian Daughter

Arthur Murphy (1727–1805) was an Irish writer, a versatile scholar, and a noted playwright whose work, including 'The Grecian Daughter,' reflects the literary spirit of his time. Born in Cloonyquin, County Roscommon, Ireland, Murphy was educated at Saint-Omer in France. He initially studied law, but his passion for literature and the theatre led him to pursue a career in writing. Murphy was known ...