The Merry Wives of Windsor: New Critical Essays (Shakespeare Criticism)

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Synopsis
The Merry Wives of Windsor has recently experienced a resurgence of critical interest. At times considered one of Shakespeare’s weaker plays, it is often dismissed or marginalized; however, developments in feminist, ecocritical and new historicist criticism have opened up new perspectives and this collection of 18 essays by top Shakespeare scholars sheds fresh light on the play. The detailed introduction by Phyllis Rackin and Evelyn Gajowski provides a historical survey of the play and ties into an evolving critical and cultural context. The book’s sections look in turn at female community/female agency; theatrical alternatives; social and theatrical contexts; desire/sexuality; nature and performance to provide a contemporary critical analysis of the play.
Copyright:
2015

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
266 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781317698340
Related ISBNs:
9781138377875, 9781315779065, 9780415845045
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Evelyn Gajowski and Phyllis Rackin for selection and editorial matter; individual contributions, the contributors
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Literature and Fiction, Drama, Plays and Theater, Language Arts
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Evelyn Gajowski
Edited by:
Phyllis Rackin

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