Shakespeare's bastard : the life of Sir William Davenant
Stirling, Simon Andrew2016
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Sir William Davenant (1606-1668) - Poet Laureate an Civil War hero - is one of the most influential and neglected figures in the history of British theatre. He introduced 'opera', actresses, scenes, and the proscenium arch to the English stage. Narrowly escaping execution for his Royalist activities during the Civil War, he revived theatrical performances in London, right under Oliver Cromwell's nose. This book explores Davenant's life.
Main title:
Shakespeare's bastard : the life of Sir William Davenant / Simon Andrew Stirling.
Author:
Stirling, Simon Andrew, author
Imprint:
Stroud, Gloucestershire : The History Press, 2016.
Collation:
254 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 24 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780750961073 (pbk)
Language:
English
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BRN:
1843523
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