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Discover the nuances of 'A Trick to Catch the Old One' with this extensively revised edition, featuring in-depth textual analysis and historical insights. This unique 2017 release from Manchester University Press takes a fresh look at the 1608 quarto, collating all known copies for a comprehensive understanding of the text. The new investigation reveals previously unnoticed details, including a revised court performance date of January 1, 1607, offering significant implications for the play's early history. Explore the complex themes woven into the narrative, such as the status of women and the intricate relationship between marriage and prostitution. The critical discussion in this edition delves into the ironic texture of the play, providing rich perspectives on contemporary societal issues and the marriage market. Special attention is given to the role of the Courtesan, further illuminating the play's overarching ironic theme. With extensive commentary that is the most comprehensive among modern editions, this edition serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Additionally, enjoy free shipping on your order! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Don't miss out on this critical edition of a classic work!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526116932
Year: 2017
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This edition presents a thoroughly reconsidered text based on collation of all known copies of the 1608 quarto (including material unnoticed by earlier editors).
Textual analysis draws on detailed internal investigation and the printer's wider practice to propose that relatively improvisational procedures and a paper quota governed A Trick's printing operations. Discovery of an overlooked record revises the date of court performance to 1 January 1607, with implications for the play's early history. Critical discussion freshly examines the play's multi-layered ironic texture in relation to such issues as the status of women, marriage's relation to prostitution and vice versa, and the contemporary marriage market. And the Courtesan receives special attention in the context of this overarching ironic scheme. An extensive stage history explores original staging and documents revivals to 2011. The commentary is the most wide-ranging and comprehensive of all modern editions. -- .
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526116932
Year: 2017
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This edition presents a thoroughly reconsidered text based on collation of all known copies of the 1608 quarto (including material unnoticed by earlier editors).
Textual analysis draws on detailed internal investigation and the printer's wider practice to propose that relatively improvisational procedures and a paper quota governed A Trick's printing operations. Discovery of an overlooked record revises the date of court performance to 1 January 1607, with implications for the play's early history. Critical discussion freshly examines the play's multi-layered ironic texture in relation to such issues as the status of women, marriage's relation to prostitution and vice versa, and the contemporary marriage market. And the Courtesan receives special attention in the context of this overarching ironic scheme. An extensive stage history explores original staging and documents revivals to 2011. The commentary is the most wide-ranging and comprehensive of all modern editions. -- .