Literary studies: plays & playwrights
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Literary studies: plays & playwrights
Paperback. The Elizabethan age was a tumultuous time, when long-cherished certainties were crumbling and life was exhilaratingly uncertain. From knife crime to belief in witches, religious battles to the horizons of the New World, this title brings the past to life in a fresh, unexpected portrait of a dangerous and dynamic era. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), col. maps, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; 3JB; DSBD; DSGS; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 197 x 19. Weight in Grams: 254.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780718195700
- ISBN
- 9780718195700
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.95
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Hardback. Antony Sher's account - richly supplemented by his own paintings and sketches - of researching, rehearsing and performing one of Shakespeare's best-known and most popular characters. As heard on BBC Radio 4. From the author of the acclaimed Year of the King. Num Pages: 208 pages, Contains both colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: ANB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 149 x 223 x 25. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Publisher
- Nick Hern Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848424616
- ISBN
- 9781848424616
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 14.36
€ 15.99
€ 14.36
Paperback. Series: The Basics. Num Pages: 296 pages, 10 black & white illustrations, 3 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 198 x 131 x 23. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 296
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415682800
- ISBN
- 9780415682800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 26.93
€ 26.99
€ 26.93
Hardback. First comprehensive biography of R.C. Sherriff - an important 20th-century literary figure for over 30 years Num Pages: 388 pages, 30 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGL; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 264 x 190 x 39. Weight in Grams: 806.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473860698
- ISBN
- 9781473860698
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.47
€ 33.99
€ 24.47
Paperback. Whilst Shakespeare's genius is universally recognized, there is a hidden, secretive side to his work that is little known: the fact that he made use of a mysterious code that figures widely in the esoteric literature of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods. This title explores and reveals what Shakespeare alluded to as 'a Secret booke'. Num Pages: 256 pages, Numerous half tones. BIC Classification: DSGS; HRQC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 444. Deciphering Magical and Rosicrucian Codes. 256 pages, Numerous half tones. Whilst Shakespeare's genius is universally recognized, there is a hidden, secretive side to his work that is little known: the fact that he made use of a mysterious code that figures widely in the esoteric literature of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods. This title explores and reveals what Shakespeare alluded to as 'a Secret booke'. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: DSGS; HRQC. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 22. Weight: 444.
- Publisher
- Clairview Books
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905570263
- ISBN
- 9781905570263
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.94
€ 19.99
€ 15.94
Paperback. Shakespeare s timeless tragicomedy of obsession and redemption is reimagined in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh." Editor(s): Branagh, Kenneth; Ashford, Ron. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 17. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Publisher
- Nick Hern Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848425408
- ISBN
- 9781848425408
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.33
€ 26.33
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€ 15.91
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Paperback. Editor(s): Connell, Jolyon; Sanderson, Kate. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KL; DSBD; DSGS. Category: (XR) Revision / study guides. Dimension: 147 x 173 x 9. Weight in Grams: 150. Editor(s): Connell, Jolyon; Sanderson, Kate. Cateogry: (XR) Revision / study guides. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KL; DSBD; DSGS. Dimension: 147 x 173 x 9. Weight: 148.
- Publisher
- Connell Guides
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781907776083
- ISBN
- 9781907776083
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.81
€ 11.99
€ 10.81
Paperback. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 304 pages, halftones. BIC Classification: DDS; DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 15. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199535910
- ISBN
- 9780199535910
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.93
€ 10.99
€ 9.93
Paperback. Shakespeare: Criticism and Theory is an anthology of the most significant essays and book chapters published on Shakespeare in the second half of the twentieth century. * An anthology of about 50 of the most significant essays and book chapters published on Shakespeare in the second half of the twentieth century. Editor(s): McDonald, Russ. Num Pages: 952 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JJP; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 174 x 50. Weight in Grams: 1424.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 952
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631234883
- ISBN
- 9780631234883
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.83
€ 55.83
Hardcover. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1DD; 2AB; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1966
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804703000
- ISBN
- 9780804703000
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.44
€ 89.44
Paperback. Tom Stoppard's reputation as a playwright was made when his dazzling debut, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, opened at the National Theatre. Fifty years later, the play's wit, stagecraft and verbal verve remain as exhilarating as they were in 1967. This edition aims to coincide with a fiftieth anniversary production at The Old Vic, London. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 130 x 198 x 20. Weight in Grams: 130.
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Main - Faber Modern Classics
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571333721
- ISBN
- 9780571333721
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.48
€ 15.99
€ 11.48
Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, 10 bw illus. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; AN; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2019
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472576026
- ISBN
- 9781472576026
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 29.77
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€ 29.77
Paperback. Antony Sher's stunning performance for the Royal Shakespeare Company as a Richard III on crutches - the so-called 'bottled spider' - won him both the Laurence Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best Actor of 1984. This book records - in the actor's own words and drawings - the making of this historic theatrical event. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: ANC; APB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Publisher
- Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- New ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781854597533
- ISBN
- 9781854597533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.86
€ 19.99
€ 15.86
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472581600
- ISBN
- 9781472581600
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 27.83
€ 32.99
€ 27.83
Paperback.
- Publisher
- Focus Publishing/R Pullins & Co
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781585103577
- ISBN
- 9781585103577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.81
€ 13.99
€ 11.81
Paperback. Full of analysis and interpretation, historical background, discussions and commentaries, York Notes will help you get right to the heart of the text you're studying, whether it's poetry, a play or a novel. Series: York Notes Advanced. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACSN; 4KL; DSBD; DSG. Category: (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 209 x 145 x 8. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Publisher
- Longman
- Number of pages
- 136
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405896153
- ISBN
- 9781405896153
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.36
€ 11.36
Paperback. Editor(s): Thompson, Ann; Taylor, Neil. Series: Arden Early Modern Drama Guides. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472571373
- ISBN
- 9781472571373
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.94
€ 33.99
€ 28.94
Paperback. Fifty years after the publication of Martin Esslin's The Theatre of the Absurd, which suggests that "absurd" plays purport the meaninglessness of life, this book uses the works of five major playwrights of the 1950s to provide a timely reassessment of one of the most important theatre 'movements' of the 20th century. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: ANB; DD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 144 x 12. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 190
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137378767
- ISBN
- 9781137378767
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.32€ 47.84
€ 56.32
€ 47.84
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415254007
- ISBN
- 9780415254007
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 19.81
€ 19.99
€ 19.81