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James Shirley
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ISBN13: 9781021821836
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 508
Weight: 1.55
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This collection of plays by James Shirley, a prominent figure in seventeenth-century English literature, provides a fascinating window into the theatrical culture of the era. With works spanning the genres of tragedy, comedy, and historical drama, Shirley showcases his mastery of dramatic structure and his keen eye for character and dialogue. This edition includes a critical introduction and extensive notes that contextualize the plays and provide insights into Shirley's life and times.
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James Shirley - Honoria and Mammon: "The glories of our blood and state, Are shadows, not substantial things"
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