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Warnke, Karl

 
9781334341083: The Comedy of Mucedorus (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Revived Renaissance comedy of love, disguise, and bold adventures—with scholarly notes A celebrated Elizabethan favorite now presented in Karl Warnke’s revised edition, complete with an introduction and explanatory notes. This edition traces the play’s lively history from its first printings to later additions and modern scholarship, helping readers understand its stagecraft and enduring appeal.

Featuring a lighthearted mix of romance, wit, and theatrical spectacle, the book invites readers to enjoy a journey through early modern theatre. The edition provides context on how the text was shaped over time, along with notes that illuminate language, references, and performance history. It’s a approachable entry point for readers curious about how Renaissance plays were written, printed, and revived for new audiences.




  • Historical background and edition history explained for easy understanding

  • Notes and introductions that illuminate language, references, and staging

  • Modernized spelling and scholarly apparatus to aid reading

  • A playful, dramatic adventure rooted in early English theatre



Ideal for readers of early modern drama, students studying Shakespeare’s era, and fans of lighthearted romance on stage.

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