| The Tragedy of Macbeth: The Oxford Shakespearethe Tragedy of Macbeth Contributor(s): Shakespeare, William (Author), Brooke, Nicholas (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0199535833 ISBN-13: 9780199535835 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $9.86 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2008 Annotation: A play of darkness originally conceived for daylight performance at the Globe, Macbeth is a tour de force of theatrical illusion from the supernatural to mere delusion. In this fully annotated edition, Brooke investigates the great appeal of the play's use of illusion, relating its changing theatrical fortunes to changes within society and in theatrical conditions. Offering a fresh reconsideration of textual problems, the book makes a major contribution to our understanding of the play within aesthetic history. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Drama | Shakespeare |
| Dewey: 822.33 |
| LCCN: 2008275177 |
| Lexile Measure: 1230 |
| Series: Oxford World's Classics (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.57" H x 5.17" W x 7.64" (0.63 lbs) 272 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A play of darkness originally conceived for daylight performance at the Globe, Macbeth is a tour de force of theatrical illusion from the supernatural to mere delusion. In this fully annotated edition, Nicholas Brooke investigates the great appeal of the play's use of illusion, relating its changing theatrical fortunes to changes within society and in theatrical conditions. Offering a fresh reconsideration of textual problems, the book makes a major contribution to our understanding of the play within aesthetic history. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. |