John Webster And The Elizabethan Drama (1916)

By Rupert Brooke and Edward Howard Marsh

Book Overview

John Webster and the Elizabethan Drama is a book written by Rupert Brooke and published in 1916. The book is a critical analysis of the works of John Webster, an English playwright and contemporary of William Shakespeare. Brooke explores Webster's life and career, as well as the social and political context in which he wrote. He delves into the themes and motifs that are present in Webster's plays, such as revenge, violence, and the corruption of power. The book also provides a broader examination of the Elizabethan drama, discussing the conventions and techniques used by playwrights of the time. Brooke argues that Webster's work is a prime example of the dramatic innovations that were taking place during the Elizabethan era. Overall, John Webster and the Elizabethan Drama is a detailed and insightful analysis of one of the lesser-known figures of the Elizabethan stage. It provides a valuable contribution to the study of English literature and theatre history.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: 054873383X
• ISBN13: 9780548733837
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"