English Renaissance Drama

by Peter Womack

Book Overview

The book considers the London theatrical culture which took shape in the 1570s and came to an end in 1642. Places emphasis on those plays that are readily available in modern editions and can sometimes to be seen in modern productions, including Shakespeare. Provides students with the historical, literary and theatrical contexts they need to make sense of Renaissance drama. Includes a series of short biographies of playwrights during this period...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0631226303
• ISBN13: 9780631226307
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"