Publisher |
Palgrave Macmillan |
Publication Year |
2008 |
ISBN-13 |
9780230217874 |
ISBN-10 |
9780230217874 |
Binding |
Paperback |
Number of Pages |
256 Pages |
Language |
(English) |
Dimensions (Cms) |
15.49 x 1.45 x 23.5 |
Weight (grms) |
274 |
From the Royal Shakespeare Company - a modern, definitive edition of Shakespeare's most celebrated play. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, this unique edition presents a historical overview of Hamlet in performance, takes a detailed look at specific productions, and recommends film versions. Included in this edition are interviews with three leading directors -Michael Boyd, John Caird and Ron Daniels - providing an illuminating insight into the extraordinary variety of interpretations that are possible. This edition also includes an essay on Shakespeare's career and Elizabethan theatre, and enables the reader to understand the play as it was originally intended - as living theatre to be enjoyed and performed.
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor. He is widely considered the greatest writer in the English language and the world's foremost dramatist, was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon. His prolific career produced numerous iconic plays and sonnets, exploring themes of love, power, and tragedy. One of his early works, "The Comedy of Errors," is a farcical tale of mistaken identity and slapstick humour, showcasing his talent for complex character interactions and witty dialogue. Shakespeare's enduring influence continues to shape literature and theatre globally
William Shakespeare
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