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Arden of Faversham
Arden of Faversham
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Arden of Faversham is a play that has continued to thrill audiences since its first staging in 1551, based on the true story of the murder of Thomas Arden by his wife, her lover, and accomplices. This comprehensive edition places the play in its social, cultural, and political context, exploring its performance and critical history through historical and contemporary productions. It also reanimates the play's engagement with the material culture of domestic life, using little-known evidence for the objects and spaces implicated in the murder.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 360 pages
Publication date: 24 February 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Arden of Faversham, a play based on the true story of the murder of Thomas Arden by his wife, her lover, and accomplices in 1551, stands as one of the earliest domestic tragedies. Since its initial staging, it has continued to captivate audiences with its gripping narrative. This comprehensive edition provides a rich context for understanding the play, encompassing its social, cultural, and political dimensions. It explores the play's performance and critical history through a diverse range of historical and contemporary productions, such as William Poel's Lilies That Fester (1897) and the Royal Shakespeare Company's 2014 production. Throughout, the edition aims to rekindle the play's engagement with the material culture of domestic life, utilizing little-known evidence for the objects and spaces implicated in the murder. Additionally, the introduction addresses recent scholarship on the play's likely authorship, including claims that Shakespeare played a significant co-author role.
The comprehensive introduction, accompanied by detailed on-page commentary notes and glosses, makes this edition an invaluable resource for students and teachers alike. It offers a comprehensive exploration of Arden of Faversham, allowing readers to delve deeper into its historical, literary, and theatrical significance.
Weight: 380g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474289290
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