The Myth of Rome in Shakespeare and his Contemporaries by Warren Chernaik (Engli
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The Myth of Rome in Shakespeare and his Contemporaries by Warren Chernaik (Engli. Chernaik provides illuminating comparisons of Shakespeare's Roman plays with plays by dramatists including Jonson and Massinger. In this book Chernaik demonstrates how, in these plays, Roman values are held up to critical scrutiny. The Myth of Rome in Shakespeare and his Contemporaries by Warren Chernaik Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Presenting a fresh approach to such familiar plays as Antony and Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, this study examines the dramatic uses of Roman history - 'the myth of Rome' - in the age of Shakespeare. Chernaik provides illuminating comparisons of Shakespeare's Roman plays with plays by dramatists including Jonson and Massinger. Publisher Description When Cleopatra expresses a desire to die 'after the high Roman fashion', acting in accordance with 'what's brave, what's noble', Shakespeare is suggesting that there are certain values that are characteristically Roman. The use of the terms 'Rome' and 'Roman' in Julius Caesar, Antony and Cleopatra or Jonson's Sejanus often carry the implication that most people fail to live up to this ideal of conduct, that very few Romans are worthy of the name. In this book Chernaik demonstrates how, in these plays, Roman values are held up to critical scrutiny. The plays of Shakespeare, Jonson, Massinger and Chapman often present a much darker image of Rome, as exemplifying barbarism rather than civility. Through a comparative analysis of the Roman plays of Shakespeare and his contemporaries, and including detailed discussion of the classical historians Livy, Tacitus and Plutarch, this study examines the uses of Roman history - 'the myth of Rome' - in Shakespeare's age. Details ISBN 1107654076 ISBN-13 9781107654075 Title The Myth of Rome in Shakespeare and his Contemporaries Author Warren Chernaik Format Paperback Year 2013 Pages 308 Publisher Cambridge University Press GEItemID:52731392; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
