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Explore the transformative power of illegitimacy in the captivating book 'Illegitimate Power' by Alison Findlay. This scholarly work delves deep into Renaissance drama, offering a profound analysis of the complex role of bastards as disruptive forces throughout early modern England. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780719080852. Published by Manchester University Press in 2009, this title uncovers how characters like Caliban and Edmund embody rebellion against patriarchal structures, making it a vital addition for students and enthusiasts of literary studies and gender theory.
Findlay's keen insights reflect how illegitimate children symbolize crises within society, addressing themes of witchcraft, social unrest, and spiritual insecurities. With a diverse array of characters—from demi-devils to virtuous bastards—this book challenges conventional views on legitimacy and authority. The final chapter offers a fascinating exploration of bastards in performance, evaluating their significance in theatre and their unique relationship with audiences.
By examining these illegitimate voices, the author illustrates their potential to unsettle established norms and reshape narratives. Perfect for scholars of Renaissance literature, those interested in gender studies, or anyone intrigued by the subversion of conventional order. Don't miss your chance to engage with this thought-provoking text.
Shipping information: Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780719080852
Year: 2009
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
In Renaissance Drama, the bastard is an extraordinarily powerful and disruptive figure. We have only to think of Caliban or of Edmund to realise the challenge presented by the illegitimate child.
Drawing on a wide rage of play texts, Alison Findlay shows how illegitimacy encoded and threatened to deconstruct some of the basic tenets of patriarchal rule. She considers bastards as indicators and instigators of crises in early modern England, reading them in relation to witch craft, spiritual insecurities and social unrest in family and State.
The characters discussed range from demi-devils, unnatural villains and clowns to outstanding heroic or virtuous types who challenge officially sanctioned ideas of illegitimacy. The final chapter of the book considers bastards in performance; their relationship with theatre spaces and audiences. Illegitimate voices, Findlay argues, can bring about the death of the author/father and open the text as a piece of theatre, challenging accepted notions of authority. -- .
Findlay's keen insights reflect how illegitimate children symbolize crises within society, addressing themes of witchcraft, social unrest, and spiritual insecurities. With a diverse array of characters—from demi-devils to virtuous bastards—this book challenges conventional views on legitimacy and authority. The final chapter offers a fascinating exploration of bastards in performance, evaluating their significance in theatre and their unique relationship with audiences.
By examining these illegitimate voices, the author illustrates their potential to unsettle established norms and reshape narratives. Perfect for scholars of Renaissance literature, those interested in gender studies, or anyone intrigued by the subversion of conventional order. Don't miss your chance to engage with this thought-provoking text.
Shipping information: Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780719080852
Year: 2009
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
In Renaissance Drama, the bastard is an extraordinarily powerful and disruptive figure. We have only to think of Caliban or of Edmund to realise the challenge presented by the illegitimate child.
Drawing on a wide rage of play texts, Alison Findlay shows how illegitimacy encoded and threatened to deconstruct some of the basic tenets of patriarchal rule. She considers bastards as indicators and instigators of crises in early modern England, reading them in relation to witch craft, spiritual insecurities and social unrest in family and State.
The characters discussed range from demi-devils, unnatural villains and clowns to outstanding heroic or virtuous types who challenge officially sanctioned ideas of illegitimacy. The final chapter of the book considers bastards in performance; their relationship with theatre spaces and audiences. Illegitimate voices, Findlay argues, can bring about the death of the author/father and open the text as a piece of theatre, challenging accepted notions of authority. -- .