The Duchess of Malfi
HK$126.00
DESCRIPTION :
This new edition of Webster’s macabre masterpiece is accompanied by insightful commentary notes and a detailed introductory analysis of the play written by Karen Britland, making this the perfect edition for students.
As well as the complete text of the play, this revised New Mermaid edition includes:
·
A detailed plot summary and annotations throughout the text ·
An annotated bibliography and suggestions for further reading ·
A comprehensive introduction exploring the historical and literary contexts ·
An analysis of the play in performance including recent productions inspired by the #MeToo movement as well as contemporary adaptations such as Allan Palileo's Ang Dukesa ng Malfi (set in the Philippines) and Debo Oluwatuminu's Iyalode of Eti (set in pre-colonial Yorubaland). Webster’s heroine stands out as one of the most compelling female characters on the early modern stage and, along with its exploration of familial bonds, ensures the play is as relevant today as when it was written.
PRODUCT DETAILS :
DIMENSION : 198 mm x 129 mm
WEIGHT : 182 g
SERIES : New Mermaids
PRODUCT CATEGORY :
Biography, Literature & Literary studies
* This is a fixed price item. Promo codes, coupons, special online offers and promotions, VIP or member's discount cannot be used in conjunction with this item.
This new edition of Webster’s macabre masterpiece is accompanied by insightful commentary notes and a detailed introductory analysis of the play written by Karen Britland, making this the perfect edition for students.
As well as the complete text of the play, this revised New Mermaid edition includes:
·
A detailed plot summary and annotations throughout the text ·
An annotated bibliography and suggestions for further reading ·
A comprehensive introduction exploring the historical and literary contexts ·
An analysis of the play in performance including recent productions inspired by the #MeToo movement as well as contemporary adaptations such as Allan Palileo's Ang Dukesa ng Malfi (set in the Philippines) and Debo Oluwatuminu's Iyalode of Eti (set in pre-colonial Yorubaland). Webster’s heroine stands out as one of the most compelling female characters on the early modern stage and, along with its exploration of familial bonds, ensures the play is as relevant today as when it was written.
PRODUCT DETAILS :
| ISBN : 9781474295673 | |
| BY (AUTHOR) Webster, John, EDITED BY Britland, Professor Karen | |
| PUBLISHER : Bloomsbury Publishing PLC | PUBLICATION DATE : October 01, 2020 |
| COUNTRY OF PUBLICATION : United Kingdom | IMPRINT : Methuen Drama |
| LANGUAGE : English | AGE : Undergraduate |
| PRODUCT FORM : Paperback / softback | |
WEIGHT : 182 g
SERIES : New Mermaids
PRODUCT CATEGORY :
Biography, Literature & Literary studies
* This is a fixed price item. Promo codes, coupons, special online offers and promotions, VIP or member's discount cannot be used in conjunction with this item.