Its freshness is owed to the editing and the notes it includes, intended for students and accompanied by rich introductory material and examples. "Spanish Tragedy" was known to its 16th-century audience, featuring central elements such as a play within a play and a ghost seeking revenge, elements believed to have influenced Shakespeare's "Hamlet." The volume includes a generous selection of supporting materials, among them possible sources for Kyd (Virgil, Jacques Yver, and the anonymous "The Count of Leicester Betrays His Servant"), Thomas Nashe's satirical critique of Kyd, as well as views from Michel de Montaigne and Francis Bacon on revenge, along with "The Ballad of the Spanish Tragedy," which indicates the initial reception of the work. The "Criticism" chapter is thematically organized to provide readers with a clear picture of the main themes of the work. Contributors include Michael Hattaway, Jonas A. Barish, Donna B. Hamilton, G. K. Hunter, Lorna Hutson, Molly Smith, J. R. Mulryne, T. McAlindon, and Andrew Sofer. A Selected Bibliography is also included.

Pages: 336

Year of Publication: 0124

Dimensions: 13x13cm