Dympna C. Callaghan
The Weyward Sisters
- ISBN 13:
- 9780631177982
- author:
- Dympna C. Callaghan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 23.11 x 15.09 x 1.19 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Feminism & Feminist Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Weyward Sisters offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare's works by exploring their connections to contemporary critical and theoretical practices. This alternative approach examines the plays through feminist lenses, including the history of sexuality and romantic love, as well as feminist interventions in performance.
By locating Shakespeare's plays at the intersections of various cultural and theoretical perspectives, Callaghan, Helms, and Singh aim to produce new interpretations that shed light on the complexities of these iconic works. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students seeking innovative insights into the Bard's enduring legacy.