Beaumont, The Dramatist: A Portrait With Some Account Of His Circle, Elizabethan And Jacobean And Of His Association With John Fletcher

By Charles Mills Gayley

Book Overview

Beaumont, The Dramatist: A Portrait With Some Account Of His Circle, Elizabethan And Jacobean And Of His Association With John Fletcher is a book written by Charles Mills Gayley. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of Francis Beaumont, a renowned Elizabethan and Jacobean playwright. The author provides a detailed account of Beaumont's life, his circle of friends, and his association with John Fletcher, another famous playwright of the time.Gayley's book delves deep into the literary and cultural milieu of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras, providing readers with a rich understanding of the historical context in which Beaumont lived and worked. The author examines Beaumont's plays, including his collaborations with Fletcher, and analyzes their themes, style, and significance in the context of the broader literary and cultural trends of the time.The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, theater history, and cultural studies. It offers a nuanced and insightful portrait of one of the most important playwrights of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods, shedding new light on his life, works, and legacy. Through Gayley's meticulous research and analysis, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry and significance of Beaumont's plays and his contribution to the literary and cultural landscape of his time.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: 1163120243
• ISBN13: 9781163120248
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 462 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"