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Literary studies: plays & playwrights

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Literary studies: plays & playwrights

Paperback. John Hodgart's SCOTNOTE study guide examines two of Sue Glover's plays: Bondagers and The Straw Chair. Issues of set and staging are explored as well as the historical backgrounds and themes of the plays. This guide is suitable for senior school pupils and students at all levels. Series: Scotnotes Study Guides. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 4K; 4KLR; 4KST; 4KSV; DSG; YQZ. Category: (UA) A / AS level. Dimension: 151 x 209 x 5. Weight in Grams: 134.
Publisher
Association for Scottish Literary Studies
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906841126
ISBN
9781906841126
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.35

Paperback. A complete translation of a major Japanese puppet drama written in 1746, with an investigation into the play's many authors and the use of "bunraku" puppets. Series: Translations from the Asian Classics. Num Pages: 288 pages, 30 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 2GJ; DD; DSBD; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231059879
ISBN
9780231059879
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.68

Hardcover. Magic and the supernatural are common themes in the philosophy and fiction of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. This book explores varieties of scepticism and belief exhibited by a selection of philosophers and playwrights, including Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa, Giordano Bruno, John Dee, Christopher Marlowe, and William Shakespeare. Num Pages: 249 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; DSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 516.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Sussex Academic Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
249
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845193294
ISBN
9781845193294
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.58

Paperback. Deals with Susan Glaspell's and Sophie Treadwell's plays from a theatrical, rather than literary, perspective, and presents a comprehensive overview of their work from lesser known plays to seminal productions of "Trifles" and "Machinal". Series: Routledge Modern and Contemporary Dramatists. Num Pages: 240 pages, 10 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AN; DSBH; DSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 249.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415404846
ISBN
9780415404846
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.29

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: DSGS; FV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 150 x 20. Weight in Grams: 340.
Publisher
Aspekt B.V., Uitgeverij
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9789461536075
ISBN
9789461536075
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.64

Paperback. Editor(s): Kolin, Philip C.; Young, Harvey. Num Pages: 240 pages, 7 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBH; DSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415624930
ISBN
9780415624930
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.94

Hardcover. Loosely based on his popular one-man show, the author illustrates the little we know about Shakespeare's childhood, early marriage, his roles as an actor, with apt quotations from the works. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: DSGS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 34. Weight in Grams: 672.
Publisher
Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854595683
ISBN
9781854595683
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.93

Paperback. A unique, personal guide to Shakespeare's life and plays told through the experience of one of our leading classical actors. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: ANC; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 142 x 26. Weight in Grams: 430.
Publisher
Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848423442
ISBN
9781848423442
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 212 x 16. Weight in Grams: 258.
Publisher
Greenwich Exchange Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906075835
ISBN
9781906075835
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 19.87

Paperback. Shows that J.M. Synge's command of Irish was extensive, and that this knowledge proved invaluable in the writing of his major plays. This reappraisal of Synge's achievement draws on his unpublished papers in the Irish language. The author reveals Synge's indebtedness to the Gaelic tradition. Num Pages: 327 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AFR; DSBF; DSBH; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 413.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333604823
ISBN
9780333604823
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.70

hardcover. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 16. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691649627
ISBN
9780691649627
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 138.61

Paperback. Drawing on diaries, photos, and interviews, this book recreates the evolution of nine of Max Stafford-Clark's famous and influential productions, three from each of his three main companies. It not only assesses Stafford-Clark's own role as director, but also the roles of actors and writers in this essentially collaborative creative process. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AN; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 139 x 17. Weight in Grams: 490.
Publisher
Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854598400
ISBN
9781854598400
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Christopher Marlowe's story of a Scythian shepherd who through using his brutality, lust for power and also his charm becomes a mighty conqueror and the King of Persia. Editor(s): Dawson, Anthony B. Series: New Mermaids. Num Pages: 224 pages, c 5 photographs/line drawings. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 200 x 130 x 13. Weight in Grams: 224.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713668148
ISBN
9780713668148
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.69

paperback. Part of the "Barnes & Noble Shakespeare" series, this title brings us the feisty Katherina (the 'Shrew' of the title) and her peers. It addresses issues of cruelty and gender relations. Editor(s): Radel, Nicholas F. Series: Barnes & Noble Shakespeare. Num Pages: 344 pages, b/w throughout. BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 148. Weight in Grams: 344.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Spark Notes United States
Edition
Annotated
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9781411400412
ISBN
9781411400412
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.15

Paperback. Presents a prose translation of Moliere's great comedy that remains close to the original French. This edition also includes an introductory essay, notes, and translations of Moliere's three appeals to the king. Translator(s): Steiner, Prudence L. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADF; DD; DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 137 x 8. Weight in Grams: 194.
Publisher
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
Number of pages
124
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780872209503
ISBN
9780872209503
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.54

paperback. This study examines the relationship between Samuel Beckett and nihilism. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBH; DSG; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 294.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781904713081
ISBN
9781904713081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 91.06

Hardback. Editor(s): Edens, Walter. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 362 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 685.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
362
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691643311
ISBN
9780691643311
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.05

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403994769
ISBN
9781403994769
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 126.94

Hardcover. Series: Teaching the New English. Num Pages: 256 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 222 x 162 x 19. Weight in Grams: 434.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403994752
ISBN
9781403994752
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.90

Hardcover. Showcasing a wide array of recent, innovative and original research into Shakespeare and learning in Australasia and beyond, this volume argues the value of the 'local' and provides transferable and adaptable models of educational theory and practice. Editor(s): Flaherty, Kate; Gay, Penny; Semler, Dr. L. E. Series: Palgrave Shakespeare Studies. Num Pages: 271 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; DSGS; JNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 139 x 19. Weight in Grams: 438.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137275066
ISBN
9781137275066
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.39

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