The World in Paint
Manchester University Press
Published on 24. March 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
328 pages
978-0-7190-6965-9 (ISBN)
Description
This anonymous manuscript play has long been the subject of scholarly dispute regarding its relationship with Shakespeare's Richard II. This edition, which thoroughly re-examines the text, situates the play within its historical and political context, relating it to the genre of chronicle drama to which it belongs. The manuscript is of particular interest in that it appears to have been used in the playhouse over a considerable period of time and contains what seems to be evidence of the theatre practice of the time. The play is also of special interest for its skilful and original handling of source material which may well have influenced Shakespeare's Richard II. The extensive appendices drawn from Holinshed, Grafton and Stow provide the reader with the opportunity to investigate the manner in which the dramatist has shaped the material.
The editors argue for the play's stage-worthiness and dramatic complexity, suggesting that its range both of dramatic tone and social inclusiveness indicate the work of a dramatist of considerable skill and subtlety, equal or superior to the Shakespeare of the Henry VI plays. -- .
The editors argue for the play's stage-worthiness and dramatic complexity, suggesting that its range both of dramatic tone and social inclusiveness indicate the work of a dramatist of considerable skill and subtlety, equal or superior to the Shakespeare of the Henry VI plays. -- .
Reviews / Votes
"'This book has the potential to lead the way not only in its own field but also in art history as a discipline.' Elizabeth Prettejohn, University of Plymouth"More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Manchester
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 242 mm
Width: 191 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7190-6965-9 (9780719069659)
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Book
02/2005
Pennsylvania State University Press
€125.02
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