King lear
William Shakespeare (Author), Eric Rasmussen (Editor)
Includes material to help reader understand and enjoy Shakespeare on the stage as well as on the page. This book features scene-by-scene summary, offering an easily understandable way into the play.
240 sidor ; 19.9 cm
9780230576148, 0230576141
1023177076
Introduction.- About the Text .- Key Facts.- The Tragedy of King Lear .- Textual Notes.- Quarto Passages that do not Appear in the Folio.- Scene-by-scene Analysis.- King Lear in Performance: The RSC and Beyond.- Four Centuries of King Lear: An Overview.- At the RSC.- The Director's Cut: Interviews with Adrian Noble, Trevor Nunn and Deborah Warner.- Shakespeare's Career in the Theatre.- Shakespeare's Works: A Chronology.- Further Reading and Viewing.- Acknowledgements and Picture Credits