9781334067891 - A Study in "Much Ado About Nothing", Vol. 3: The Puritan Opposition to the Theatre (Classic Reprint) de Fleming, William Hansell (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 delves into the religious, political, and social conflicts that shaped the relationship between the theatre and the Puritan movement in 16th and 17th century England. The author traces the history of stage plays from their medieval origins through their golden age under Elizabeth I to their eventual suppression by the Puritans during the English Civil War. The book examines the arguments and tactics used by both sides in this fascinating historical debate, shedding light on the complex interplay between art, religion, and power. Ultimately, the book reveals how the struggle between the theatre and the Puritans shaped the development of English drama and the cultural landscape of England during this transformative period. 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.