Thomas of Woodstock (The Revels Plays)

Thomas of Woodstock (The Revels Plays)

This anonymous manuscript play has long been the subject of scholarly dispute regarding its relationship with Shakespeareâ€™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 Shakespeareâ€™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 playâ€™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.
Country USA
Brand Manchester University Press
Manufacturer Manchester University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780719080678
ReleaseDate 2009-05-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780719080678

Country	USA
Brand	Manchester University Press
Manufacturer	Manchester University Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780719080678
ReleaseDate	2009-05-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780719080678

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