SHAKESPEARE IN THE NORTH

This exciting collection of original essays critically assesses the significance of locality in Shakespearean plays.

Format: Paperback
Publication date: 28 February 2021
Publisher: EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY PRESS

Introduction:
Shakespeare's representations of and in the North have been a subject of scholarly interest for centuries. The region's unique geographical and cultural landscape has shaped his works in profound ways, and the North continues to inspire and influence contemporary interpretations of his plays. This collection of essays seeks to explore the multifaceted nature of Shakespeare's representations of and in the North ,past and present.
Perspectives on Shakespeare and Northernness:
The book presents a wide range of emerging and established scholars working across the North of England,and across the English-Scottish border. These scholars offer fresh perspectives on Shakespeare's representations of and in the North ,looking backwards and forwards to survey historical change. Chapters on Shakespeare and Northernness in the early modern period explore how Shakespeare's plays reflected the political, social, and cultural dynamics of the region,while later appropriations of his work in the North shed light on how his works have been reimagined and reinterpreted in the modern era.
Shakespeare's Role in Live Political and Theoretical Debates:
Attuning to Shakespeare's role in live political and theoretical debates about national sovereignty and identities,and regional communities and cultures,the book situates Shakespeare's works alongside less canonical texts and diverse media. It explores how Shakespeare's plays have been used to articulate and challenge ideas about national identity,regional belonging,and the role of the individual in society. Detailed case studies of new material,with primary sources drawn from rich but rarely-used local,municipal and performance archives,provide an opportunity to critically reflect on the links and differences between past and present,England and Scotland,the local and the global.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, this exciting collection of original essays critically assesses the significance of locality in Shakespearean plays. It brings together diverse voices to define what the North meant and means in relation to Shakespeare,and situates his works alongside less canonical texts and media. The detailed case studies of new material offer an opportunity to critically reflect on links and differences between the past and present,England and Scotland,the local and the global. By exploring the multifaceted nature of Shakespeare's representations of and in the North ,this book provides valuable insights into the enduring legacy of his works in the region.

ISBN-13: 9781474435932