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Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon Lizbeth Goodman

Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon By Lizbeth Goodman

Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon by Lizbeth Goodman

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Summary

A clear introduction to the idea of the canon, exploring the process by which certain works, and not others, receive high cultural status. The work of Shakespeare and Aphra Behn is used to illustrate and challenge this process.

Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon Summary

Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon by Lizbeth Goodman

Renaissance studies, especially with a feminist angle, booming

OU course: 2000 students per year until 2005/2006

High adopability potential, excellent for any introductory course

Unique combination of anthology/workbook/critical reader

Controversial - questions the validity of a traditional canon

Table of Contents

Preface. Part One. 1. The Idea of the Canon Lizbeth Goodman 2. Shakespeare: Theatre Poet W.R. Owens 3. An English History Play: Reading and Studying Henry V Simon Eliot 4. Reading Othello Roger Day 5. Remaking the Canon: Aphra Behn's The Rover W.R. Owens, with a section by Lizbeth Goodman 6. Reading As You Like It Kate Clarke with a section by Lizbeth Goodman 7. Reviewing the Idea of the Canon Lizbeth Goodman Part Two. Aphra Behn, The Rover Edited by W.R. Owens. Notes to The Rover. Bibliography. Index.

Additional information

GOR001994611
9780415135764
0415135761
Shakespeare, Aphra Behn and the Canon by Lizbeth Goodman
Lizbeth Goodman
Approaching Literature
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
19960530
352
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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