9780282839604 - Hamlet: Its Textual History (Classic Reprint) de Groot, Hendrik De (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an extensive examination of Hamlet and the various texts associated with it, exploring their histories and the relationships between them. The author delves into the literary and historical context surrounding the play, analyzing the work of Thomas Kyd and the influence of Seneca on Hamlet. The book delves into the theories surrounding the Ur-Hamlet, a hypothetical earlier version of the play, and examines the differences and similarities between the first quarto (Q1), second quarto (Q2), and first folio (F1) texts of Hamlet. Through a detailed comparison of Q2 and F1, the author argues that Q2 was printed from Shakespeare's manuscript and that F1 was set up from a copy of Q2 that had been used as a prompt-copy in the playhouse. The book provides a wealth of insights into the development and evolution of Hamlet, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of the play. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.