Every Man in His Humour: Quarto VersionThis edition breaks with the usual practice by presenting the 1601 quarto version of Ben Jonson's play, set in Florence, instead of the revised 1616 version, set in London. Robert S. Miola presents a meticulously edited and modernized version of the play as originally acted by the Lord Chamberlain's Men (with Shakespeare in the cast) in 1598. Miola explores the relevance of the Italian setting, particularly the potent, variegated, and fascinating body of myth and legend that constituted Italy for English audiences in 1598. The editor also illuminates the dramatic context of the play, while paying detailed attention to the social, political, and religious contexts. |
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The Yard of Wit: Male Creativity and Sexuality, 1650-1750 Raymond Stephanson No preview available - 2004 |
Plotting Early Modern London: New Essays on Jacobean City Comedy Dieter Mehl,Angela Stock,Anne-Julia Zwierlein No preview available - 2004 |