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Shakespeare's book: Essays in reading, writing and reception

Contributors

Jane Rickard
Editor

Richard Wilson
Editor

Abstract

This collection of essays is part of a new phase in Shakespeare studies. The traditional view of Shakespeare is that he was a man of the theatre who showed no interest in the printing of his plays, producing works that are only fully realised in performance. This view has recently been challenged by critics arguing that Shakespeare was a literary 'poet-playwright', concerned with his readers as well as his audiences. Shakespeare's Book offers a vital contribution to this critical debate, and examines its wider implications for how we conceive of Shakespeare and his works. Bringing together an impressive group of international Shakespeare scholars, the volume explores both Shakespeare's relationship with actual printers, patrons, and readers, and the representation of writing, reading, and print within his works themselves.

Citation

Meek, R., Rickard, J., & Wilson, R. (Eds.). (2008). Shakespeare's book: Essays in reading, writing and reception. Manchester University Press

Book Type Edited Book
Publication Date Oct 10, 2008
Publisher Manchester University Press
ISBN 9780719079054 ; 9780719085611
Public URL https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/423783
Contract Date Oct 10, 2008