Much ADO about Nothing (Wordsworth Classics) - Softcover
Edited, introduced and annotated by Cedric Watts, Research Professor of English, University of Sussex Much Ado About Nothing has long been celebrated as one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies. The central relationship, between Benedick and Beatrice, is wittily combative until love prevails. Broader comedy is provided by Dogberry, Verges and the watchmen. The drama ranges between the destructively sinister and the lyrically romantic, giving the whole a complex and sometimes problematic character.
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This is the first edition of Much Ado About Nothing focusing wholly on the play in performance. Shifting trends in the production of this popular drama are analysed in relation to the culture of each period since Shakespeare's time, with particular attention to gender issues. A commentary alongside the text recreates in lively detail interpretations of each passage in a variety of British, American, Canadian and other productions. An essential resource for students, teachers and performers, this is an illuminating book for theatregoers.
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A revised edition of the Arden Third Series play, edited by leading scholar Claire McEachern.
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- PublisherWordsworth Editions
- Publication date1995
- ISBN 10 1853262544
- ISBN 13 9781853262548
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages144
- EditorWatts M A PH D Emeritus Professor Of English Cedric, Carabine Dr Keith
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