edited introduction notes de dekker thomas rhys ernest (5 résultats)

Hardcover. Original edition. 473 pages Still a GOOD condition! Cloth bound book cover with traces of use and shelf wear. Binding tight, edges dusty, pages slightly yellowed, text clean. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 550.

First Edition in this form. Fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Series: Mermaid Series. Physical description: xlv, 473p ; 19cm. Subjects: Dekker, Thomas (ca.1572-1632). English drama, 17th century. 1 Kg.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of the best works by Thomas Dekker, a playwright who emerged at a particularly brilliant time in English literature. Dekker's work is distinctive for its realism and humour, and his most famous plays, including The Shoemaker's Holiday and The Honest Whore, provide a lively and engaging glimpse into everyday life in Elizabethan London. His work is as resonant today as when it was first performed, and his characters are memorable for their warmth, resilience and endearing flaws. Dekker's work offers a fascinating insight into the complexities of the human condition and the enduring power of the human spirit. 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.

First Edition in this form. Fine cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-nicked and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Series: Mermaid Series. Physical description: xlv, 473p ; 19cm. Subjects: Dekker, Thomas (ca.1572-1632). English drama, 17th century. 1 Kg.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and work of Thomas Dekker, a playwright and pamphleteer whose career spanned the late Elizabethan and early Jacobean eras. Dekker was a prolific writer, producing over 50 plays and numerous prose works. His work offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural landscape of London during a period of significant change and upheaval. Dekker's plays are known for their vivid depiction of everyday life, often focusing on the experiences of the lower classes. His work is also notable for its wit, satire, and exploration of moral themes. This book examines the full range of Dekker's output, from his early comedies to his later, more somber works. The author argues that Dekker's work provides valuable insights into the social and political tensions of the time. His plays offer a critique of the excesses of the court and the growing gap between rich and poor. Dekker's work also sheds light on the lives of women, the poor, and other marginalized groups. Overall, this book presents a comprehensive and engaging study of Thomas Dekker and his work. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the literature and history of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. 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.