Spatial Representations and the Jacobean Stage

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Focusing on the spatial dynamics of theatrical performance, this book reveals how Jacobean dramatists engaged with the evolving spatial awareness of early modern audiences. It analyzes how stage space was utilized to reflect societal changes such as social mobility and rural enclosure. Through the works of notable playwrights like Shakespeare, Jonson, Middleton, and Webster, the text explores the intricate relationship between spatial representation and the cultural context of the time, shedding light on the significance of these themes in early modern drama.