Revisiting Revenge Tragedy: New Perspectives

Adam Hansen (Editor), Marco Prandoni (Editor), Carnelis Van Der Haven (Editor)

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Abstract

Revisiting Revenge Tragedy explores one of the most popular and influential genres of early modern theatre. Revenge tragedies resonated with audiences and authors because of their explicit and often horrific depictions of political instability, religious violence, and affective distress. In innovative and provocative ways, this book situates the political, religious, and affective dimensions of such plays within the transnational dynamics of their inception and dissemination across a conflicted Europe, raising questions for us now about authority, tyranny, and justice. Moreover, detailed case studies demonstrate how depicting revenge questioned or evinced sometimes radical sexual, cultural, and political identities and positions.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationLeiden, Netherlands
PublisherBrill
Number of pages264
ISBN (Electronic)9789004713215
ISBN (Print)9789004713208
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 Dec 2024

Publication series

NameDrama and Theatre in Early Modern Europe
PublisherBrill
Volume12
  • Vision and Vengeance in The Changeling

    Hansen, A., 6 Dec 2024, Revisiting Revenge Tragedy: New Perspectives. Hansen, A., Prandoni, M. & Van Der Haven, C. (eds.). Leiden, Netherlands: Brill, p. 192-215 24 p. (Drama and Theatre in Early Modern Europe; vol. 12).

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