Author: MCEVOY, SEAN
Title: Shakespeare: The Basics
Description: Routledge, UK, 2000. Softcover. Very Good Condition. 9780415212892 304 pages. Available Now. Book Description: Aimed squarely at the student new to Shakespeare, this volume provides a through introduction to the plays, based on the exciting new approaches shaping the field of Shakespeare studies. The author offers a refreshingly clear guide to Shakespeare's language; the plays as performance texts; the cultural and political contexts of the plays; early modern theatre practice; new understandings of the major genres. : Review: I feel sure that reading McEvoy's' Basics' will add to the enjoyment that can be derived from watching or reading Shakespeare's plays.- English Teaching A strong, systematic, and ideologically unbiased introduction to Shakespeare, bound to deepen any reader's appreciation for the great playwright, and particularly suited to prepare college freshmen for deeper reading of Elizabethan drama.-Kirkus Reviews, April 2000 : From the Back Cover: Written with real clarity - McEvoy is closely in touch with the student reader. The first book on Shakespeare as far as we know, to take into account the new A-level specifications (to be implemented Sept 2000). Offers in-depth analysis of several plays in each category: histories, comedies, romances, tragedies, and the so-called problem plays. Covers all the major aspects of Shakesepeare studies - language, history, genres. The book has had unanimously enthusiastic reports from teachers at sixth form, FE, HE, and student readers. Shakespeare remains the most studied author onschool and degree level English courses. However, the way in which his plays are studied is rapidly changing. Aimed squarely at the student new to Shakespeare, this volume provides a thorough general introduction to the plays, based on the exciting new approaches shaping the field of Shakespeare Studies. The author offers a refreshingly clear guide to: : - Shakespeare's language : - the plays as performance texts : - the cultural and political contexts of the plays : - early modern theatre practice : - new understandings of the major genres. : Sean McEvoy illustrates the way in which interpretations of Shakespeare are linked to cultural and political contexts and offers readings of the most frequently studied plays in light of contemporary critical thought. He explores such issues as social justice, the oppression or liberation of women and the idea of writing history. Demystifying Shakespeare's plays and bringing critical ideas within the beginner's grasp, Shakespeare: The Basics is the essential resource for every student of Shakespeare. 'Engaged and engaging, informed and accessible, critically up to-date but not doctrinaire - this is the best bridge to an advanced understanding of Shakespeare that I know. - Professor Rob Pope, Oxford Brookes University, author of The English Studies Book : 'The book effectively summarizes the current status of Shakespeare masterpieces...This is recommended for all public and academic libraries.' - Library Journal : 'It is hard to imagine a better introduction to Shakespeare's plays for A level students. For McEvoy, the plays are as alive and kicking today as they were over four hundred years ago.' - The English and Media Magazine : Contents: : Chapter 1. Shakespeare's Language : Chapter 2. Shakespeare's Language : Chapter 3. Types of Stage Action Chapter : Chapter 4. What the play means in performance : Chapter 5. What is Genre? : Chapter 6. Understanding Comedy:The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Merchant of Venice : Chapter 7. Understanding History: King Richard II, King Henry IV Part One, King Henry V : Chapter 8. Understanding Tragedy: Hamlet, King Lear, Othello : Chapter 9. Understanding the mixed-genre plays: Measure For Measure, Troilus and Cressida : Chapter 10. Understanding Romance: The Winter's Tale, The Tempest Size: 19.8 x 13.2 x 1.8 cm. 304 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Literature & Literary; Paperback; ISBN: 0415212898. ISBN/EAN: 9780415212892. Inventory No: F239-1144.

Keywords: BZDB395 Literature & Literary; Paperback; Shakespeare The Basics Sean McEvoy Paperback


See more books from our catalog: Literature & Literary