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The Tempest

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Focusing on the stage history of The Tempest, this edition explores four centuries of productions across various regions, including notable adaptations and international interpretations. The illustrated Introduction delves into the cultural shifts in representation, such as the evolving portrayals of Caliban and Ariel. Each line of the play is annotated with insights on acting, setting, and reception, enriched by contemporary commentary and unpublished promptbooks. This comprehensive approach provides an accessible understanding of the play's changing meanings and serves as a valuable research resource.

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Language
English
Released
2003
Format
Hardcover
Pages
408
ISBN13
9780521444071
Series
First published
1611
Original title
The Tempest
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Focusing on the stage history of The Tempest, this edition explores four centuries of productions across various regions, including notable adaptations and international interpretations. The illustrated Introduction delves into the cultural shifts in representation, such as the evolving portrayals of Caliban and Ariel. Each line of the play is annotated with insights on acting, setting, and reception, enriched by contemporary commentary and unpublished promptbooks. This comprehensive approach provides an accessible understanding of the play's changing meanings and serves as a valuable research resource.