The Tragedy of King Lear |
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| Author:
| Shakespeare, William |
| ISBN: | 979-8-6940-0457-2 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2020 |
| Publisher: | Independently Published
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $6.00 |
Book Description:
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For this updated critical edition of King Lear, Jay Halio has added a new introductory section on recent stage, film, and critical interpretations of the play. He provides a comprehensive account of Shakespeare's sources and the literary, political and folkloric influences at work in the play; a detailed reading of the action; and a substantial stage history of major productions. An updated reading list completes the edition.
For this updated critical edition of King Lear, Jay Halio has added a new introductory section on recent stage, film, and critical interpretations of the play. He provides a comprehensive account of Shakespeare's sources and the literary, political and folkloric influences at work in the play; a detailed reading of the action; and a substantial stage history of major productions. An updated reading list completes the edition.