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Seven Gothic Dramas, 17891825: 17891825,Used
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The Gothic drama came at a critical moment in the history of the theater, of British culture, and of European politics in the shadow of Frances revolution and the fall of Napoleon. It offered playwrights a medium to express the prevailing ideological tensions of romanticism and revolution, and also responded to a growing and changing theater audience.In a wideranging introduction, Cox explores Gothic dramas links with romanticism and its relation to other social and ideological shifts of the day. The texts are presented so as to reflect the dual life of dramatic workson the stage and on the page. The plays are annotated and accompanied by biographic and bibliographic sketches.Includes The Kentish Barons, by Francis North; Julia of Louvain; or, Monkish Cruelty, by J.C. Cross; The Castle Spectre, by Matthew G. Lewis; The Captive, by Matthew G. Lewis; De Monfort, by Joanna Baillie; Bertram; or, The Castle of St. Aldobrand, by C.R. Maturin; and Presumption; or, The Fate of Frankenstein, by R.B. Peake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Seven Gothic Dramas, 1789–1825'? A: The book explores the Gothic drama's connection to romanticism and its reflection of ideological tensions during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly in relation to the impacts of the French Revolution and the fall of Napoleon.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Seven Gothic Dramas, 1789–1825' is Jeffrey N. Cox.
- Q: What types of plays are included in this collection? A: The collection includes plays such as 'The Kentish Barons' by Francis North, 'Julia of Louvain' by J.C. Cross, 'The Castle Spectre' by Matthew G. Lewis, and 'Presumption; or, The Fate of Frankenstein' by R.B. Peake, among others.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been previously used but is still functional and presentable.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does 'Seven Gothic Dramas, 1789–1825' have? A: The book contains a total of 425 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is there an introduction or additional commentary in the book? A: Yes, the book features a wide-ranging introduction by Jeffrey N. Cox that discusses Gothic drama’s links with romanticism and its social and ideological contexts.
- Q: Are there biographical sketches included in the book? A: Yes, the plays are accompanied by biographical and bibliographic sketches of the authors.
- Q: What is the significance of Gothic drama during its time? A: Gothic drama provided a platform for playwrights to express the ideological tensions of their time, reflecting the changing dynamics of theater and addressing the evolving interests of audiences in the context of political and cultural upheaval.