W, Shakespeare
Hamlet (RSC Shakespeare)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780230217874
- author:
- W, Shakespeare
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 15.5 x 23.5 centimetres (0.30 kg
- Genre:
- Reference
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A modern and authoritative edition of Shakespeare's iconic play, Hamlet, is presented here. This Royal Shakespeare Company publication features an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, providing a historical overview of the play in performance, as well as insights into specific productions and film adaptations. The edition includes interviews with three leading directors, offering a unique perspective on the various interpretations of Hamlet. Additionally, an essay on Shakespeare's career and Elizabethan theatre provides context for understanding the play as it was originally intended - as living theatre to be enjoyed and performed. This edition is ideal for students, theatre-goers, actors, and general readers looking to engage with Shakespeare's works in a fresh and accessible way. With its unique blend of historical performance notes, directorial insights, and contextual essays, this edition offers a rich and nuanced understanding of Hamlet, making it an excellent choice for anyone seeking to explore the complexities of this enduring play.
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