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Literary studies: plays & playwrights

Paperback. This biography of William Shakespeare aims to build up a profound sense of literary and theatrical history, and the energy of the Elizabethan age. Series: Vintage Lives. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 188.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099599111
ISBN
9780099599111
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.84

Hardcover. This volume presents, in Greek and facing English translation, a collection of fragments of texts by Sophocles. They range in length from two lines to a substantial portion of the play "The Searchers". Prefatory notes provide frameworks for the fragments of the known plays. Translator(s): Lloyd-Jones, Hugh (Emeritus Regius Professor of Greek, Oxford University). Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 442 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DCF; DSBB; DSC; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 118 x 170 x 25. Weight in Grams: 336.
Publisher
Loeb Classical Library
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Edition
Loeb Classical Library
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674995321
ISBN
9780674995321
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.71

Paperback. Two years after its disastrous opening in 1896, "The Seagull" was successfully revived at the Moscow Art Theatre. Checkhov's self-mocking description of the play was: "A comedy - 3F, 6M, four acts, rural scenery (a view over a lake); much talk of literature, little action, five bushels of love". Translator(s): Frayn, Michael. Series: Student Editions. Num Pages: 192 pages, annotation, chronology. BIC Classification: DD; DSG. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 197 x 130 x 13. Weight in Grams: 188.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Methuen Drama
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780413771001
ISBN
9780413771001
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.39

Paperback. Contains an introduction and notes that make the poem accessible to readers of Auden and readers of Shakespeare. This poem begins in a theater after a performance of "The Tempest" has ended. It includes a speech in verse by Prospero bidding farewell to Ariel. Editor(s): Kirsch, Arthur C. Series: W. H. Auden: Critical Editions. Num Pages: 152 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691123844
ISBN
9780691123844
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.28

Paperback. Following a facsimile of the 1609 Quatro printed in parallel with a conservatively edited, modernized text, Stephen Booth offers an analytic commentary that ranges from brief glosses to substantial critical essays. Series: Yale Nota Bene. Num Pages: 616 pages, facsimiles. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; DSC; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 195 x 128 x 39. Weight in Grams: 476.
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
616
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
Text is Free of Markings
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300085068
ISBN
9780300085068
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.25

Paperback. This text is part of the New Mermaid series of modern spelling, fully-annotated editions of English plays. Each volume includes a critical introduction, biography of the author, discussions of dates and sources, textual details, a bibliography and information about the staging of the play. Editor(s): Brissenden, Alan. Series: New Mermaids. Num Pages: 144 pages, photographs, line drawings. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 131 x 199 x 11. Weight in Grams: 184.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713650686
ISBN
9780713650686
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.83

Paperback. Series: Greenwich Exchange Student Guide Literary S. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBH; DSG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (XR) Revision / study guides. Dimension: 209 x 135 x 9. Weight in Grams: 142.
Publisher
Greenwich Exchange Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
100
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781871551983
ISBN
9781871551983
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.54

Paperback. .
Publisher
Highland Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781897913871
ISBN
9781897913871
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.40

Paperback. Editor(s): Andrews, John F (Shakespeare Guild USA). BIC Classification: DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 249 x 27. Weight in Grams: 558.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138852716
ISBN
9781138852716
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.98

Paperback. "King Henry VIII" has one of the fullest theatrical histories of any play in the Shakespeare canon, yet has been consistently misrepresented, both in performance and in criticism. This edition offers a fresh perspective on this ironic, multi-layered, collaborative play. Editor(s): McMullan, Gordon. Series: The Arden Shakespeare. Num Pages: 544 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSGS; YQE. Category: (ES) Secondary; (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 132 x 28. Weight in Grams: 566.
Publisher
Arden Shakespeare
Number of pages
544
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903436257
ISBN
9781903436257
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.52

Paperback. A collection of plays that includes: "Dealing with Clair", "Play with Repeats", "Getting Attention" and "The Treatment". Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 28. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
Faber and Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571203451
ISBN
9780571203451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 17.57

Paperback. The Tragedy of Mariam, the Fair Queen of Jewry is a Jacobean closet drama by Elizabeth Tanfield Cary. This edition includes the complete play script with notes beneath the text, as well as an extensive introduction, including biographical notes, textual details, and information about the staging of the play. Editor(s): Britland, Karen. Series: New Mermaids. Num Pages: 144 pages, 5 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 10. Weight in Grams: 126.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Methuen Drama
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713688764
ISBN
9780713688764
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.41

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198708735
ISBN
9780198708735
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.22
€ 45.12

Paperback. Editor(s): Dawson, Anthony; Minton, Gretchen; Proudfoot, Richard. Series: The Arden Shakespeare. Num Pages: 480 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 199 x 133 x 24. Weight in Grams: 512.
Publisher
Arden Shakespeare
Number of pages
480
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
3rd Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903436974
ISBN
9781903436974
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.41

Paperback. This new edition of Shakespeare's touching fable of loss and reunion, developed by and for the RSC, includes new interviews with directors Bill Alexander and Rachel Kavanaugh and actor Simon Callows, looks at specific productions in the play's history, and includes an illuminating introduction by acclaimed scholar Jonathan Bate. Editor(s): Bate, Jonathan; Rasmussen, Eric. Series: The RSC Shakespeare. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSBD; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 13. Weight in Grams: 212.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2011th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230284111
ISBN
9780230284111
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 12.40

Paperback. A Student Edition of McDonagh's dramatic engagement with Republican paramilitaries, first produced by the RSC in 2000. Editor(s): Lonergan, Patrick. Series: Student Editions. Num Pages: 144 pages, n/a. BIC Classification: DD; DSG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 124.
Publisher
Methuen Drama London
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408111079
ISBN
9781408111079
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.50

Paperback. Actors, musicians, Globe Education staff and internationally renowned scholars assess the impact of the extraordinary Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London. Editor(s): Carson, Christie; Karim-Cooper, Farah. Num Pages: 297 pages, 15 b/w illus. 8 colour illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; AN; DSGS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 175 x 16. Weight in Grams: 566.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521701662
ISBN
9780521701662
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.43

Paperback. This new edition of Shakespeare's gripping political and personal tragedy, developed by and for the RSC, includes new interviews with acclaimed directors Gregory Doran and David Farr, looks at specific productions in the play's history, and an illuminating introduction by acclaimed scholar Jonathan Bate. Editor(s): Bate, Jonathan; Rasmussen, Eric. Series: The RSC Shakespeare. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: DDS; DSGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 254.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2011th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230284135
ISBN
9780230284135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.24

Paperback. An accessible short introduction to Hamlet, ideal for students and theatre-goers alike Series: Springboard Shakespeare. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSGS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 10. Weight in Grams: 198.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408164662
ISBN
9781408164662
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.43

Paperback. 'York Notes Advanced' offer an accessible approach to English Literature. This series has been completely updated to meet the needs of today's A-level and undergraduate students. Written by established literature experts, 'York Notes Advanced' introduce students to sophisticated analysis, a range of critical perspectives and wider contexts. Series: York Notes Advanced. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KL; DSGS. Category: (UA) A / AS level. Dimension: 208 x 146 x 8. Weight in Grams: 174.
Publisher
Pearson Education Canada
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780582784307
ISBN
9780582784307
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.36

Paperback. Based on conversations with directors and actors who knew her, this book is a study of the British post-war dramatist, Sarah Kane. It covers all her major plays and productions, as well as unpublished material and reviews, and looks at her continuing influence after her tragic early death. Series: Theatre: Theory, Practice, Performance. Num Pages: 224 pages, 8 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
Manchester University Press
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719059568
ISBN
9780719059568
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.83

Paperback. For this updated edition Ros King has provided an illustrated Introduction. Editor(s): Dorsch, T. S. Series Editor(s): Gibbons, Professor Brian; Braunmuller, A. R. Series: The New Cambridge Shakespeare. Num Pages: 144 pages, 13 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 9. Weight in Grams: 266. Series: The New Cambridge Shakespeare. 146 pages, 13 b/w illus. Editor(s): Dorsch, T.S. For this updated edition Ros King has provided an illustrated Introduction. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 2AB; DDS; DSGS. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 9. Weight: 262. Series Editor(s) :Gibbons, Brian; Braunmuller, A. R.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
146
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521535168
ISBN
9780521535168
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.02

Paperback. Translator(s): Constantine, David. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: DSBD; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 14. Weight in Grams: 180.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140449013
ISBN
9780140449013
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.01

Paperback. A study guide on Timberlake Wertenbaker's modern classic play Our Country's Good. In the Page to Stage series of authoritative introductions to classic texts by theatre professionals. Ideal for A-Level students and their teachers, as well as actors, directors and theatregoers encountering the play. Series: Page to Stage. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (XR) Revision / study guides. Dimension: 197 x 129 x 9. Weight in Grams: 138.
Publisher
Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Study Guide
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848420434
ISBN
9781848420434
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 12.54

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