Vaughan, Alden T./
Shakespeare in America
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199566372
- author:
- Vaughan, Alden T./
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, Usa
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 135mm X 203mm
- Genre:
- Literary Criticism, Shakespeare
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Shakespeare in America provides a comprehensive exploration of the Bard's impact on American culture from colonial times to the present day. This book examines four distinct themes that shape our understanding of Shakespeare in the United States, including his use as a source of moral guidance, entrepreneurial adaptation, educational access, and popular entertainment. The authors trace the evolution of America's relationship with Shakespeare, from the early eighteenth century importation of his writings to the promotion of his works at Lyceums, Chautauquas, and other cultural institutions. Along the way, they uncover a rich history of adaptations, parodies, and appropriations that reflect America's unique cultural identity. By examining this complex and multifaceted relationship, Shakespeare in America offers a nuanced understanding of how Shakespeare has been received and reinterpreted in America over time.
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