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English Masques: With An Introduction (1897)

English Masques: With An Introduction (1897)

Evans, Herbert Arthur

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Fiction AnthologiesPoetry CriticismGeneral Drama

ISBN10: 1163905461
ISBN13: 9781163905463
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 310
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
English Masques: With An Introduction (1897) is a book written by Herbert Arthur Evans. The book is a collection of masques, which are a form of theatrical entertainment that originated in England in the 16th century. The masques were typically performed at court and were elaborate performances that combined music, dance, poetry, and drama. The book includes an introduction by the author, which provides an overview of the history and significance of masques in English culture. The introduction also discusses the key features of masques, such as their use of allegory and symbolism, and their role in celebrating royal and national events. The collection of masques in the book includes works by some of the most famous writers of the time, such as Ben Jonson and John Milton. Each masque is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides context and background information. Overall, English Masques: With An Introduction (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English theater and culture. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a unique and highly influential form of entertainment that played an important role in shaping English identity and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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