Shakespeare and Renaissance Politics by Andrew Hadfield

Shakespeare and Renaissance Politics by Andrew Hadfield

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Summary

This study examines Shakespeare's drama and poetry in terms of contemporary political writings dealing with the constitution, the role of the monarchy, parliament, the lessons of English history and other relevant topics.

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Shakespeare and Renaissance Politics by Andrew Hadfield

Shakespeare, like many of his contemporaries, was concerned with the question of the succession and the legitimacy of the monarch. From the early plays through the histories to Hamlet, Shakespeare's work is haunted by the problem of political legitimacy. Shakespeare and Reniassance Politics examines his works as political events and interventions, and explores the literature of the Renaissance and its relation to fundamental political issues.
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ISBN 13 9781903436172
ISBN 10 1903436176
Title Shakespeare and Renaissance Politics
Author Andrew Hadfield
Series Arden Critical Companions
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2003-09-04
Number of pages 328
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