Routledge - Political Economy and States of Literature Book

Explore the deep connections between economic history and literary development in Aaron Kitch's study, Political Economy and the States of Literature in Early Modern England. Published by Routledge, this work examines how sixteenth-century debates regarding trade and political economy influenced the formal and aesthetic choices of English authors between 1580 and 1630. This research focuses on the English commercial revolution before 1620, a period of economic history that is often overlooked in literary studies. By crossing the borders between religious, political, and economic history, the book provides a new perspective on how the changing economic landscape shaped the way literature was written and understood during this era. Through a combination of archival research and close reading, the author traces the transformations within early modern English literature. It is an essential resource for scholars and students interested in the intersection of history and drama, offering a detailed look at how historical shifts impact creative expression.