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Coriolanus

By William Shakespeare
Series: Focus Philosophical Library
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Coriolanus by William Shakespeare dramatizes the founding of the Roman Republic through its depiction of the eponymous hero and the political and social conflicts surrounding him. This edition by Jan Blits places particular emphasis on the ancient historical sources that underpin the play’s setting and narrative, offering fresh insight into its action and significance.
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This edition is suited for readers interested in Shakespeare’s works, students of literature and political philosophy, and those fascinated by ancient Roman history. It is especially valuable for scholars and readers seeking a deeper historical and political understanding of Coriolanus.

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Intended for a wide audience, Jan Blits's edition of Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Coriolanus

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Intended for a wide audience, Jan Blits's edition of Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Coriolanus differs from other such editions by focusing upon ancient sources to highlight the play's setting during the founding of the Roman Republic. In doing so, it sheds new light on both the action of the play and the historical and political significance of its setting.

Jan Blits's invaluable edition of Coriolanus opens up new vistas for its readers by providing rare insights into Shakespeare's remarkable artistry and acuity in dramatizing ancient Rome - its history, its heroes, and its aspirations. In addition, Professor Blits's references to key sources on Rome enable curious readers to conduct their own further investigations under his learned guidance. In short, Blits's edition makes the depths of Shakespeare's Coriolanus accessible in ways previous versions do not. - Vickie B. Sullivan, Cornelia M. Jackson Professor of Political Science, Tufts University

Series: Focus Philosophical Library

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"Jan Blits's invaluable edition of Coriolanus opens up new vistas for its readers by providing rare insights into Shakespeare’s remarkable artistry and acuity in dramatizing ancient Rome—its history, its heroes, and its aspirations. In addition, Professor Blits's references to key sources on Rome enable curious readers to conduct their own further investigations under his learned guidance. In short, Blits’s edition makes the depths of Shakespeare’s Coriolanus accessible in ways previous versions do not."
— Vickie B. Sullivan, Cornelia M. Jackson Professor of Political Science, Tufts University

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781585109593

Publisher: Focus Publishing/R Pullins & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 September 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Focus Publishing/R Pullins & Co

Illustration: 0

Contributors:

  • Edited by Jan H. Blits

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 351g

Pages: 304

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Arts & Culture Classic Poetry Non-Fiction Series: Focus Philosophical Library William Shakespeare

About the Author

Jan Blitsis Emeritus Professor, University of Delaware.

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