Webster & Tourneur

Webster & Tourneur

John Webster

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Obras de teatro, textos teatrales
ISBN:
9781286142288
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This volume collects the works of John Webster and Cyril Tourneur, two significant playwrights of the Jacobean era. Webster, known for his dark and intense tragedies such as 'The Duchess of Malfi' and 'The White Devil,' is presented here alongside Tourneur, author of 'The Revenger’s Tragedy.' The collection offers a compelling look into the themes of revenge, corruption, and morality that defined the period’s dramatic landscape. Featuring an insightful introduction and detailed notes, this edition provides valuable context for students and scholars interested in exploring the complexities of early modern English drama. The plays included showcase the playwrights’ distinctive styles and their contributions to the development of English theatrical tradition. This volume ensures that the works of Webster and Tourneur remain accessible and relevant for contemporary readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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