Great Oxford: Essays on the Life and Work of Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford, 1550-1604

Richard Malim

ISBN 10: 1898594791 / ISBN 13: 9781898594796

Edité par Parapress, 1879

N° de réf. du vendeur E-9781898594796-2-2

Synopsis :

2004 is the quatercentenary of the death of Edward de Vere. This collection of 39 essays is published in celebration of his life and achievements. De Vere, a key figure of the English Renaissance, at the heart of Elizabethan court and cultural events, has a substantial claim to authorship of the works of 'Shakespeare'. There is an increasingly recognised problem in relating the life of the man from Stratford to the knowledge and cast of mind displayed in the works which now bear his name. But identifying de Vere as the author results in greater understanding of the context, topical allusions and purpose behind the 'Works'. The plays and poems reflect on the intimate history and psychology of our forebears, just as they themselves are illuminated by political history. The story of Edward de Vere and his circle shows us the personal sacrifices and common efforts made so that a great language and literature might be created. This book is a benchmark for future discussion and research in the Authorship debate. Foreword by Sir Derek Jacobi

Présentation de l'éditeur: 2004 is the quatercentenary of the death of Edward de Vere. This collection of 39 essays is published in celebration of his life and achievements. De Vere, a key figure of the English Renaissance, at the heart of Elizabethan court and cultural events, has a substantial claim to authorship of the works of 'Shakespeare'. There is an increasingly recognised problem in relating the life of the man from Stratford to the knowledge and cast of mind displayed in the works which now bear his name. But identifying de Vere as the author results in greater understanding of the context, topical allusions and purpose behind the 'Works'. The plays and poems reflect on the intimate history and psychology of our forebears, just as they themselves are illuminated by political history. The story of Edward de Vere and his circle shows us the personal sacrifices and common efforts made so that a great language and literature might be created. This book is a benchmark for future discussion and research in the Authorship debate. Foreword by Sir Derek Jacobi

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Great Oxford: Essays on the Life and Work of...
Éditeur : Parapress
Date d'édition : 1879
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Very good