Revenge Tragedy and Classical Philosophy on the Early Modern Stage

This book explores how classical philosophies influence early modern revenge tragedies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2020
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

This book delves into the intricate tapestry of early modern revenge tragedy, unveiling a remarkable convergence of diverse classical philosophies that are often overlooked or underestimated within the genre. Through a comprehensive exploration, it reveals how these philosophical frameworks shaped the narratives, characters, and themes of these plays, offering a fresh perspective on their enduring significance.

In the realm of early modern revenge tragedy, a fascinating discovery awaits: the pervasive influence of a wide range of classical philosophies that extend beyond the genre's traditional associations. This insightful exploration uncovers the profound ways in which these philosophical frameworks shaped the narratives, characters, and overarching themes of these theatrical masterpieces. By delving into the intricate interplay between literature and philosophy, this book offers a fresh and captivating perspective on the enduring significance of these plays.

The convergence of classical philosophies in early modern revenge tragedy is a revelation that demands our attention. These philosophical frameworks, often overlooked or underestimated, played a pivotal role in shaping the narratives, characters, and themes of these plays. Through a meticulous examination, this book unveils the profound ways in which these philosophical ideas influenced the development of revenge tragedy as a literary genre.

In the realm of early modern revenge tragedy, a remarkable phenomenon emerges: the convergence of diverse classical philosophies that extend beyond the genre's conventional associations. This insightful exploration uncovers the profound ways in which these philosophical frameworks shaped the narratives, characters, and overarching themes of these theatrical masterpieces. By delving into the intricate interplay between literature and philosophy, this book offers a fresh and captivating perspective on the enduring significance of these plays.

The influence of classical philosophies on early modern revenge tragedy is a subject that demands our attention. These philosophical frameworks, often overlooked or underestimated, played a pivotal role in shaping the narratives, characters, and themes of these plays. Through a meticulous examination, this book unveils the profound ways in which these philosophical ideas influenced the development of revenge tragedy as a literary genre.

In the realm of early modern revenge tragedy, a remarkable phenomenon emerges: the convergence of diverse classical philosophies that extend beyond the genre's conventional associations. This insightful exploration uncovers the profound ways in which these philosophical frameworks shaped the narratives, characters, and overarching themes of these theatrical masterpieces. By delving into the intricate interplay between literature and philosophy, this book offers a fresh and captivating perspective on the enduring significance of these plays.

Weight: 486g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474440271