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English Drama: Shakespeare to the Restoration, 1590-1660

Paperback

Main Details

Title English Drama: Shakespeare to the Restoration, 1590-1660
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Alexander Leggatt
SeriesLongman Literature in English Series
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:312
Dimensions(mm): Height 217,Width 139
Category/GenreLiterary studies - c 1500 to c 1800
Literary studies - plays and playwrights
ISBN/Barcode 9780582493117
ClassificationsDewey:822.309
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations black & white illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Longman
Publication Date 7 March 1988
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The most important period in the history of English drama is revealed in Alexander Leggatt's challenging account. The author considers English drama from the beginning of Shakespeare's career to the restoration of Charles II. Focusing on Shakespeare and the development of his art, he examines all his major contemporaries: Jonson, Middleton, Webster, Beaumont, Fletcher and Ford. He combines close analysis of specific plays with a broader look at trends within drama.

Reviews

"...a crisp, stimulating survey...Professor Leggatt puts the plays in context and is pithily illuminating." The Guardian