Elizabeth Cary
The Tragedy of Mariam
- ISBN 13:
- 9781904271598
- author:
- Elizabeth Cary
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 256
- Genre:
- Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Tragedy of Mariam: A Jacobean Revenge Tragedy First published in 1613, this play by Elizabeth Cary was a groundbreaking work by a woman to be published under her real name. It tells the story of Mariam, the second wife of Herod, and explores themes of sex, divorce, betrayal, murder, and Jewish society under Herod's rule. The comprehensive introduction provides context for the play within the genre of closet drama, female dramatists, and religious issues it addresses. The on-page commentary notes offer close analysis and explanation, making this edition ideal for study and teaching. This edition is a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of Mariam, a tragic figure who has been interpreted as a martyr in her own right.
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