Rona Munro
The James Plays (NHB Modern Plays)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848425606
- author:
- Rona Munro
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Nick Hern Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 2.7 x 13.1 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Performing Arts, Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Rona Munro's vividly imagined historical cycle brings to life three generations of Stewart kings who ruled Scotland in the tumultuous fifteenth century. This collection explores the complex characters of James I, James II and James III, each facing their own unique challenges as they navigate the treacherous world of royal politics. The first play, The Key Will Keep the Lock, delves into the character of James I, who was crowned King of Scots at just 13 years old after being captured by English forces. His return to Scotland is marked by poverty and rebellion, forcing him to make difficult choices to save himself, his queen and the crown. The subsequent plays, Day of the Innocents and The True Mirror, offer a glimpse into the lives of James II and James III, each struggling with their own demons as they navigate the complexities of royal power.
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