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The Tempest : A Guide to the Play (Greenwood Guides to Shakespeare)
The Tempest A Guide to the Play - Greenwood Guides to Shakespeare Author:H. R. Coursen The Tempest is probably the last play Shakespeare wrote by himself. As such, it is the product of his artistic maturity. While its plot is relatively straightforward, the play addresses numerous current topics in the early part of the 17th century, such as magic and colonialism. This reference is a comprehensive guide to the play. The volume loo... more »ks at early and modern editions of The Tempest, overviews its sources and historical and cultural contexts, analyzes Shakespeare's dramatic art, explores the play's various themes, and summarizes its critical heritage. It then reviews the play's production history and comments on the success of various performances.« less