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Routledge Shakespeare and Venice - Anglo-Italian Renaissance Studies

Name: Routledge Shakespeare and Venice - Anglo-Italian Renaissance Studies
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep connection between William Shakespeare and the legendary city of Venice in this scholarly work from the Anglo-Italian Renaissance Studies series. Published by Routledge, this book provides the first book-length study to chronicle the Venetian mythology formed during the Middle Ages. This mythology has remained a powerful force in fiction and film from that era through to the present day. Author Graham Holderness examines how Shakespeare used these established myths to explore complex themes of conversion, change, and metamorphosis. The text identifies the specific materials regarding Venice that were available to Shakespeare during his writing process. By providing a full historical account, the book examines past and present Venetian myths and looks at how the city related to both Judaism and Islam. This study is an essential resource for those interested in Renaissance literature, historical mythology, and the cultural history of Venice.

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First book-length study to chronicle the mythology of Venice from the Middle Ages to modern fiction and film.

Analyzes how Shakespeare utilized Venetian myths to explore themes of metamorphosis, change, and conversion.

Identifies and outlines the specific historical materials regarding Venice that were available to Shakespeare.

Provides a full historical account of past and present Venetian myths and their cultural impact.

Examines the historical relationship between the city of Venice and both Judaism and Islam.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0754666069
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Exhibition & Collection Catalogs > Museums
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 December 2010
Listed Since: 30 July 2010

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