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John Webster - The Duchess of Malfi: "Heaven fashioned us of nothing; and we strive to bring ourselves to nothing"
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The biography delves into the life of John Webster, a prominent Jacobean playwright, highlighting his early life in London, education, and significant collaborations with other writers. It discusses his marriage and family life, as well as his most notable works, including the tragedies The Duchess of Malfi and The White Devil. Webster's writing style, influenced by Italian sources, is examined alongside his lesser-known contributions to city comedies and collaborative plays. The narrative concludes with the uncertainty surrounding his death in 1634.
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John Webster - The Duchess of Malfi: "Heaven fashioned us of nothing; and we strive to bring ourselves to nothing", John Webster
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- 2017
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- Title
- John Webster - The Duchess of Malfi: "Heaven fashioned us of nothing; and we strive to bring ourselves to nothing"
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Webster
- Publisher
- Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 136
- ISBN13
- 9781787373402
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
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- The biography delves into the life of John Webster, a prominent Jacobean playwright, highlighting his early life in London, education, and significant collaborations with other writers. It discusses his marriage and family life, as well as his most notable works, including the tragedies The Duchess of Malfi and The White Devil. Webster's writing style, influenced by Italian sources, is examined alongside his lesser-known contributions to city comedies and collaborative plays. The narrative concludes with the uncertainty surrounding his death in 1634.