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Oroonoko (Norton Critical Editions),Used
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This longawaited Norton Critical Edition of Aphra Behns bestknown and most influential work makes available the original 1688 text, the only text published in her lifetime. The editor supplies explanatory annotations and textual notes.'Historical Backgrounds' is an especially rich collection of seventeenthand eighteenthcentury documents about colonizers and slaves in the new world. Topically arranged'Montaigne on America,' 'The Settling of Surinam,' 'Observers of Slavery, 16541712,' 'After Oroonoko: Noble Africans in Europe,' and 'Opinions on Slavery'these selections create a revealing context for Behns unusual story. Illustrations and maps are also included.'Criticism' begins with an overview of responses to Behn and Oroonoko, from learned and popular writers of her time to Sir Walter Scott and Virginia Woolf, among others. Current critical interpretations are by William C. Spengemann, Jane Spencer, Robert L. Chibka, Laura Brown, Charlotte Sussman, and Mary Beth Rose.A Chronology of Behns life and a Selected Bibliography are included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Oroonoko? A: The main theme of Oroonoko revolves around the experiences of a noble African prince who is enslaved and transported to the New World, exploring issues of colonialism, slavery, and the human condition.
- Q: Is Oroonoko suitable for academic study? A: Yes, Oroonoko is part of the Norton Critical Editions series, which provides valuable annotations, textual notes, and critical essays, making it suitable for academic study.
- Q: What historical context does Oroonoko provide? A: Oroonoko includes a rich collection of documents from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that offer insights into colonization and slavery, enhancing the reader's understanding of the historical context.
- Q: How many pages does the book Oroonoko have? A: Oroonoko has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What edition of Oroonoko is this? A: This is the First Edition of Oroonoko, published on January 17, 1997.
- Q: Who is the author of Oroonoko? A: The author of Oroonoko is Aphra Behn, a significant figure in English literature.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of Oroonoko have? A: This edition of Oroonoko is bound in paperback.
- Q: Are there illustrations or maps included in Oroonoko? A: Yes, this Norton Critical Edition includes illustrations and maps that complement the text.
- Q: What kind of critical interpretations are included in Oroonoko? A: Oroonoko includes critical interpretations from various scholars, providing diverse perspectives on the text and its significance.
- Q: Does Oroonoko include a bibliography? A: Yes, Oroonoko includes a selected bibliography for further reading and research.