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King Lear (Broadview Anthology of British Literature),Used
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The text of the play included here, prepared by Craig Walker for The Broadview Anthology of British Literature, has been acclaimed for its outstanding introductory material and annotations, and for its inclusion of parellel text versions of key scenes for which the texts of the Quarto and the Folio versions of the play are substantially different.Also included in this edition are excerpts from a variety of literary source materials (including Geoffrey on Monmouths Historia Regum Britanniae, the anonymous True Chronicle Historie of King Leir, and Samuel Harsnetts A Declaration of Egregious Popish Impostures); material on the historical Annesley case that raised many of the same issues as does Shakespeares play; and the happy ending from Nahum Tates version of the play, which held the stage for 150 years after its first performance in 1681.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of King Lear in this edition? A: This edition of King Lear emphasizes the text of the play itself, along with extensive introductory material and annotations that provide context and analysis for readers.
- Q: Who prepared the text for this edition of King Lear? A: The text of King Lear in this edition was prepared by Craig Walker for The Broadview Anthology of British Literature.
- Q: What unique features are included in this edition of King Lear? A: This edition includes parallel text versions of key scenes, excerpts from literary sources, and historical context related to the Annesley case, along with Nahum Tate's happy ending.
- Q: How many pages does this edition of King Lear have? A: This edition of King Lear contains 240 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: The binding type of this edition is paperback.
- Q: When was this edition of King Lear published? A: This edition of King Lear was published on July 10, 2010.
- Q: Is this edition of King Lear suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for academic study due to its comprehensive annotations and inclusion of critical historical context.
- Q: What condition is this edition of King Lear in? A: This edition of King Lear is in new condition.
- Q: Who is the author of King Lear? A: The author of King Lear is William Shakespeare.
- Q: Does this edition include any supplementary material? A: Yes, it includes excerpts from various literary sources and historical commentary that enhance the understanding of the play.