A Study Of Patriotism In The Elizabethan Drama

By Richard Lindabury

Book Overview

""A Study of Patriotism in the Elizabethan Drama"" by Richard Vliet Lindabury is a comprehensive analysis of the concept of patriotism as it is portrayed in the plays of the Elizabethan era. The book explores the various ways in which patriotism is depicted in the works of playwrights such as William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, and Ben Jonson, among others. Lindabury examines the historical and cultural context of the era, including the political and social climate of England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He also delves into the literary techniques and devices used by the playwrights to convey their ideas about patriotism, including the use of allegory, symbolism, and rhetoric. Through his analysis, Lindabury provides insights into the complex and multifaceted nature of patriotism in Elizabethan drama, and how it was used to shape the cultural identity of England during this important period in history. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of literature, history, and cultural studies, as well as anyone with an interest in Elizabethan drama and the evolution of patriotism in Western 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163153419
• ISBN13: 9781163153413
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"