Shakespeare's Serial Returns in Complex TV

This book explores how Shakespeare's plays are reinterpreted in modern TV series, using four case studies to investigate how Shakespearean themes and characters are adapted to contemporary contexts. It suggests that the serial format of complex TV allows for a deeper understanding of Shakespeare's dramaturgical techniques and offers insights into contemporary issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 267 pages
Publication date: 14 November 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This captivating book delves into the fascinating phenomenon of how Shakespeare's plays resurface in contemporary complex TV series. Through four compelling case studies, it brings together iconic plays like The Tempest, Westworld, King Lear, Succession, Hamlet, Black Earth Rising, Coriolanus, and Homeland. By conducting comparative readings, the book explores the profound insights that these modern adaptations can offer into Shakespeare's texts, while also shedding light on how Shakespearean themes and motifs resonate with the topical concerns negotiated in the series. Moreover, it suggests that the dramaturgical seriality inherent in complex TV provides valuable insights into the seriality employed by Shakespeare in structuring his plays.

The study encompasses a wide range of adaptational constellations, showcasing the diverse ways in which Shakespeare's works are reimagined for the small screen. It identifies key characteristics of the new adaptational aggregate of serial Shakespeare, fostering a dialogue between Shakespeare studies, adaptation studies, and TV studies. This interdisciplinary exploration aims to deepen our understanding of both Shakespeare and the evolving landscape of television storytelling, paving the way for new interpretations and interpretations of his timeless works.

Weight: 371g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030468538
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020