Shakespeare in the Eighteenth Century (Hardcover)

Fiona Ritchie

ISBN 10: 0521898609 / ISBN 13: 9780521898607

Editore: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2012

Hardcover. In the eighteenth century, Shakespeare became indisputably the most popular English dramatist. Published editions, dramatic performances and all kinds of adaptations of his works proliferated and his influence on authors and genres was extensive. By the second half of the century Shakespeare's status had been fully established, and since that time he has remained central to English culture. Shakespeare in the Eighteenth Century explores the impact he had on various aspects of culture and society: not only in literature and the theatre, but also in visual arts, music and even national identity. The eighteenth century's Shakespeare, however, was not our Shakespeare. In recovering the particular ways in which his works were read and used during this crucial period in his reception, this book, with its many illustrations and annotated bibliography, is the clearest way into understanding this key phase in the reception of the playwright. During the eighteenth century, editions and adaptations of Shakespeare proliferated, making him the most popular English dramatist. He exerted a profound influence on a variety of authors and on several other literary genres. Shakespeare in the Eighteenth Century explores the impact Shakespeare had on various aspects of society and culture. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Codice articolo 9780521898607

Riassunto:

This book examines Shakespeare's influence and popularity in all aspects of eighteenth-century literature, culture and society.

Informazioni sugli autori: Fiona Ritchie is Assistant Professor of English at McGill University, Canada.

Peter Sabor is Canada Research Chair and Professor of English at McGill University.

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Titolo: Shakespeare in the Eighteenth Century (...
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
Data di pubblicazione: 2012
Legatura: Hardcover
Condizione: new