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King Richard II (Arden Shakespeare: Third Series),New
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This richly annotated edition takes a fresh look at the first part of Shakespeare's second tetralogy of history plays, showing how it relates to the other plays in the sequence. Forker places the play in its political context, discussing its relation to competing theories of monarchy, looking at how it faced censorship because of possible comparisons between Richard II and Elizabeth I, and how Bolingbroke's rebellion could be compared to the Essex rising of the time. This edition also reconsiders Shakespeare's use of sources, asking why he chose to emphasise one approach over another. Forker also looks at the play's rich afterlife, and the many interpretations that actors and directors have taken. Finally, the edition looks closely at the aesthetic relationship between language, character, structure and political import.
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- Q: What is the publication date of 'King Richard II (Arden Shakespeare: Third Series)'? A: The book was published on March 21, 2002.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition of King Richard II? A: The author is William Shakespeare.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: This edition contains 616 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in paperback.
- Q: What unique features does this edition offer? A: This edition is richly annotated, providing insights into political context, censorship, and interpretations of the play.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the annotations and context provided make it suitable for academic study and deep analysis.
- Q: Does this edition discuss the relationship between Richard II and Elizabeth I? A: Yes, it discusses possible comparisons between Richard II and Elizabeth I, particularly in the context of censorship.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the 3rd edition of the play.
- Q: What themes does Forker explore in this edition? A: Forker explores themes such as monarchy theories, rebellion, Shakespeare's sources, and the play's aesthetic relationships.