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A Short View of the Immorality, and Profaneness of the English Stage: Restoration Theatre, Moral Reform, and the Ethics of Dramatic Satire - Couverture souple
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Jeremy Collier's A Short View of the Immorality, and Profaneness of the English Stage (1698) is a vigorous polemical indictment of Restoration drama, especially its sexual license, irreverence, and ridicule of clergy. Written in a sharp, forensic prose that combines moral theology, classical precedent, and close quotation, the work belongs to the late seventeenth-century debate over manners, public virtue, and the social authority of the theatre. Its force lies not merely in denunciation but in its sustained claim that comedy shapes conduct. Collier, a nonjuring Anglican clergyman and controversialist, wrote from a position of religious conviction and political marginality after the Revolution of 1688. His clerical training, patristic learning, and suspicion of fashionable libertinism inform every page. The book also reflects his broader concern that England's cultural institutions had abandoned moral discipline, allowing wit and popularity to excuse profanity, obscenity, and contempt for sacred office. This book is essential for readers interested in Restoration literature, theatre history, censorship, and the moral politics of art. It remains a landmark because it provoked major dramatists, influenced stage reform, and asks a still-pressing question: what responsibilities do public entertainments bear toward the society that applauds them?
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -In 'A Short View of the Immorality, and Profaneness of the English Stage,' Jeremy Collier offers a striking critique of the theatrical practices of late 17th-century England. Employing a direct and accessible prose style, Collier meticulously dissects the moral failings he perceives in contemporary plays, arguing that they contribute to societal corruption by glorifying vice and immorality. His work emerges within the broader context of Restoration literature, a period marked by a resurgence of public theatre with increasingly licentious content, and reflects the tensions between emerging secular values and traditional moral frameworks. Collier's compelling arguments call for a reflection on the ethical responsibilities of playwrights and the implications of theatre on audience values, making his text an essential critique of its time. Collier, a prominent theologian and moralist, utilized his deep understanding of moral philosophy and Christian ethics to champion a cause he believed would elevate societal standards. His experiences within the Church and his concerns about the influence of popular culture on personal conduct motivated him to vehemently oppose the moral degradation he associated with the stage. Collier's passion for reform is evident in his thorough analysis, positioning him as a paradoxical figure navigating the vibrant yet contentious intersection of art and morality in Restoration England. This book is invaluable for scholars interested in theatre studies, moral philosophy, or cultural history. It invites readers to reconsider the impact of the arts on moral development and societal values. Collier's bold assertions resonate beyond the 17th century, prompting contemporary audiences to reflect on the ethical responsibilities of the arts today. 132 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788027293544
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'A Short View of the Immorality, and Profaneness of the English Stage,' Jeremy Collier offers a striking critique of the theatrical practices of late 17th-century England. Employing a direct and accessible prose style, Collier meticulously dissects the moral failings he perceives in contemporary plays, arguing that they contribute to societal corruption by glorifying vice and immorality. His work emerges within the broader context of Restoration literature, a period marked by a resurgence of public theatre with increasingly licentious content, and reflects the tensions between emerging secular values and traditional moral frameworks. Collier's compelling arguments call for a reflection on the ethical responsibilities of playwrights and the implications of theatre on audience values, making his text an essential critique of its time. Collier, a prominent theologian and moralist, utilized his deep understanding of moral philosophy and Christian ethics to champion a cause he believed would elevate societal standards. His experiences within the Church and his concerns about the influence of popular culture on personal conduct motivated him to vehemently oppose the moral degradation he associated with the stage. Collier's passion for reform is evident in his thorough analysis, positioning him as a paradoxical figure navigating the vibrant yet contentious intersection of art and morality in Restoration England. This book is invaluable for scholars interested in theatre studies, moral philosophy, or cultural history. It invites readers to reconsider the impact of the arts on moral development and societal values. Collier's bold assertions resonate beyond the 17th century, prompting contemporary audiences to reflect on the ethical responsibilities of the arts today. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788027293544
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