The Cambridge Introduction to Shakespeare's History Plays

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The Cambridge Introduction to Shakespeare's History Plays (Cambridge Introductions to Literature)

Shakespeare's history plays, as fresh today as when they were written, are based upon the assumption that time is not simply a destroyer but a preserver, and that 'examples past' might enable us to understand the present and anticipate the future. This lively 2007 study examines the continuing tradition of Shakespeare's history plays in stage and film productions as well as giving an account of the critical debate on these plays. Following two introductory chapters giving essential background on the genre, the English history plays are discussed in turn, bringing out the distinctive characteristics of each play: the three early Henry VI plays; the perennial stage favourite Richard III; King John; Richard II; Henry IV 1 and 2, famous for the character of Falstaff; Henry V, which is treated very differently in the film versions by Olivier and Branagh; and Henry VIII. An invaluable introduction to these fascinating and complex plays.

Country	USA
Author	Warren Chernaik
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: Cambridge University Press
EAN	9780521671200
Edition	1
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	0521671205
Label	Cambridge University Press
Manufacturer	Cambridge University Press
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	222
PublicationDate	2007-11-26
Publisher	Cambridge University Press
Studio	Cambridge University Press
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Cambridge Introduction to Shakespeare's History Plays (Cambridge Introductions to Literature)