This British scholar and critic delved into the literary life and period contexts of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. His works explored not only William Shakespeare himself and his contemporaries but also the broader social and cultural milieu that shaped the drama of the time. He also dedicated himself to publishing period documents that illuminate the lives and times of Shakespeare's contemporaries. His writings serve as valuable introductions to the study of Shakespeare's age, offering deep insights into literary criticism and its evolution.
Focusing on the Elizabethan Age, this book offers an in-depth exploration of key figures and themes, including the influential roles of William Cecil and Lord Burghley, as well as the women surrounding Queen Elizabeth. First published in 1935, it serves as an essential resource for students and scholars interested in British history, providing a detailed look at the political and social dynamics of the period.
Focusing on the evolution of Elizabethan drama, this 1924 volume by George Bagshawe Harrison offers a succinct overview of its key developments. It explores the historical context, influential playwrights, and significant works that shaped this vibrant theatrical period, making it an essential resource for understanding the foundations of English drama.
The book focuses on the republishing of classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. It highlights the effort to make these timeless texts accessible again through affordable, high-quality modern editions that preserve the original text and artwork.
This book is intended for students of English literature, Shakespeare, 16th- and 17th-century drama/comedy from A-level up; actors, directors, playgoers.
This work provides the background to Shakespeare's plays. The author shows how Shakespeare came to occupy his current position at the pinnacle of English literature, how little we know of his life and how recent scholarship has made immense strides in illuminating his works. Subsequent chapters consider what we know about the social and political scene in Shakespeare's day, the rival theatrical companies in an age of the plague, plagiarism and literary piracy and the actual design of Elizabethan playhouses. Dr Harrison concludes by looking at the established canon and its chronology, the development of Shakespeare's style and the techniques used by modern editors to turn Folios and Quartos into readable texts.