Shakespeare, William
King Henry VIII (The New Cambridge Shakespeare)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521296922
- author:
- Shakespeare, William
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 205
- Dimensions:
- 22.2 x 15 x 1.2 cm
- Genre:
- Shakespeare plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
King Henry VIII, edited and introduced by John Margeson, presents a balanced account of the play's complex history and interpretation. This edition explores the political and religious background to the play, its visual effects, and varied ironies.
The play has a rich stage history, from its famous performance at the Globe theatre in 1613 to important productions in the late twentieth century. The authorship controversy surrounding the play is also discussed, including the suggestion that John Fletcher may have collaborated with William Shakespeare.
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