Description
Book SynopsisWhile not wishing to ignore the influence of Shakespeare, this collection of essays explores other historical drama between 1500 and 1660, covering a wide range of different formats. Individual essays in chronological order discuss a wide variety of possible sources for historical drama, ranging from oral traditions to chronicles.
Trade Review' English Historical Drama illuminates the enduring link between history and drama in early modern society.' - John Ridpath, Times Literary Supplement
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Notes on Contributors Introduction; T.Grant & B.Ravelhofer The Early Tudor History Play; J.Dillon The Reformation of History in John Bale's Biblical Dramas; A.W.Taylor Seneca and the Early Elizabethan History Play; M.Ullyot History in the Making: The Case of Samuel Rowley's When You See Me You Know Me (1604/5); T.Grant The Stage Historicizes the Turk: Convention and Contradiction in the Turkish History Play; M.Hutchings News Drama: The Tragic Subject of Charles I; B.Ravelhofer Index
