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The History Of English Dramatic Poetry To The Time Of Shakespeare: And Annals Of The Stage To The Restoration

The History Of English Dramatic Poetry To The Time Of Shakespeare: And Annals Of The Stage To The Restoration

Collier, John Payne

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ISBN10: 1432542575
ISBN13: 9781432542573
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 544
Weight: 1.74
Height: 1.21 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of English Dramatic Poetry to the Time of Shakespeare: And Annals of the Stage to the Restoration is a comprehensive work by John Payne Collier that explores the development of English dramatic poetry from its earliest origins up until the time of Shakespeare. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the history of English drama up until the Elizabethan era, and the second part covering the period from the Elizabethan era up until the Restoration.Throughout the book, Collier provides detailed analyses of the major plays and playwrights of each era, as well as the social and historical contexts in which they were written and performed. He also delves into the various theatrical traditions and practices that influenced the development of English drama, including the use of masks, music, and stage design.In addition to its focus on dramatic poetry, the book also provides a detailed history of the English stage, including the rise of acting companies, the construction of theaters, and the various legal and political challenges that faced the theater throughout its history.Overall, The History of English Dramatic Poetry to the Time of Shakespeare: And Annals of the Stage to the Restoration is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of English drama and the development of the English stage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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