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Culture And Politics In Early Stuart England
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In Recent Years New Schools Of Historiography And Criticism Have Recast The Political And Cultural Histories Of Elizabethan And Early Stuart England. However, For All The Benefits Of Their Insights, Most Revisionist Historians Have Too Narrowly Focussed On High Politics To The Neglect Of Values And Ideology, And New Historicist Literary Scholars Have Displayed An Insufficient Grasp Of Chronology And Historical Context. The Contributors To This Pioneering Volume, Richly Fusing These Approaches, Apply A Revisionist Close Attention To Moments To The Wide Range Of Texts Verbal And Visual That Critics Have Begun To Read As Representations Of Power And Politics. Excitingly Broadening The Range Of Areas And Evidence For The Study Of Politics, These Outstanding Essays Demonstrate How The Study Of High Culture Classical Translations, Court Portraits Royal Palaces, The Conduct Of Chivalric Ceremony And Low Culture Cheap Pamphlets And Scurrilous Verses Enable Us To Reconstruct The Languages Through Which Contemporaries Interpreted Their Political Environment. The Volume Posits A Reconsideration Of The Traditional Antithetical Concepts Court And Country, Verbal And Visual, Critical And Complimentary, Elite And Popular; Examines The Constructions Of A Moral And Social Order Enacted In A Wide Variety Of Cultural Practices; And Demonstrates How Common Vocabularies Could In Changed Circumstances Be Combined And Deployed To Sustain Quite Different Ideological Positions. This Book Opens A New Agenda For The Study Of The Politics Of Culture And The Culture Of Politics In Early Modern England.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has three hundred eighty-two pages. It provides a comprehensive exploration of politics and culture in early Stuart England.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback. This makes it lightweight and portable for easy reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Kevin Sharpe. He is known for his work in early modern English history.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Popular Culture. It examines significant cultural and political themes of its time.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are five point seventy-five inches in length, one inch in width, and eight point five inches in height. It is a standard size for easy handling.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is used but in good condition. It has been well-preserved for continued reading.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study. It offers insights into historiography and cultural analysis relevant to early modern England.
- Q: Can this book be used for general reading? A: Yes, this book can be used for general reading. Its engaging essays appeal to both scholars and general readers interested in cultural history.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition over time.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, there is no warranty for this book. However, it is sold in good condition and is expected to last with proper care.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, please contact the seller for return options. Most sellers will accommodate returns for defective items.
- Q: How do I clean this book? A: To clean this book, gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth. Avoid using liquids or cleaners that could damage the pages.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for beginners in history? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for beginners in history. It provides accessible insights into complex themes of culture and politics.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in this book? A: Yes, the book contains various illustrations that support its exploration of verbal and visual texts. These enhance the understanding of cultural context.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: This book covers various topics, including high culture, low culture, and the interplay of political ideologies in early Stuart England. It offers a broad perspective on its subjects.