Routledge - The Collected Works of Jane Cavendish - Scholarly Edition

Discover the first scholarly edition of the complete works of Jane Cavendish. This volume provides a comprehensive collection of documents and writings from a significant figure of the English Civil War. As part of the Early Modern Englishwoman series, this edition offers a deep look into the life and literary contributions of a woman who helped shape early modern drama. This collection includes two manuscript poem and play collections, alongside important estate papers. Readers will also find family letters to and from Jane, dating from the years following the Civil War. This book is a vital resource for those studying the history of female dramatists, as Jane Cavendish and her sister, Elizabeth Brackley, are the only known collaborative female dramatists of the early modern period. This edition serves as a primary source for understanding the creative output and historical context of women in the 1500-1750 era.