The Aldus Shakespeare: With Copious Notes and Comments by Henry Norman Hudson, M.A., Israel Gollancz, M.A., C. H. Herford, Litt. D., And Over One Hundred Other Eminent Shakespearean Authorities; Henry - Hardcover

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9780656730643: The Aldus Shakespeare: With Copious Notes and Comments by Henry Norman Hudson, M.A., Israel Gollancz, M.A., C. H. Herford, Litt. D., And Over One Hundred Other Eminent Shakespearean Authorities; Henry

Synopsis

A scholarly edition of Henry VI, Part 1, with comprehensive notes and context.

Dive into a carefully annotated text that helps readers understand the play’s history, authorship questions, and performance history, all in one trusted edition.

This edition presents The First Part of Henry the Sixth with extensive notes from renowned Shakespearean scholars. It offers historical context, a detailed preface, and discussion of authorship, revision, and textual variations across Quartos and Folios. In addition to the play text, you’ll find glossaries, editorial notes, and study questions to support study and discussion.
  • Authorial and textual analysis that explains how the play may have been written, revised, or compiled
  • Copious notes clarifying language, references, and historical background
  • Suggestions for classroom use and insight into the play’s themes and characters
  • Study questions that guide close reading and critical discussion
Ideal for students, teachers, and serious readers of Shakespeare, this edition supports deeper understanding of early modern drama and its publishing history. It’s a valuable resource for anyone studying Henry VI, Part 1 and the larger history cycle.

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ISBN 10:  0282613633 ISBN 13:  9780282613631
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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