Bible in English Drama (The)
Authors
Travis DeCook Alan C DessenSynopsis
The Bible in English Drama explores the significant influence of biblical texts on the development of English drama from medieval mystery plays to late Renaissance theater. The book investigates how dramatists such as Shakespeare and his contemporaries drew upon biblical narratives, adapting them to reflect, challenge, and contribute to the cultural and religious discourse of their time.
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Pages:
272
Date Published:
2017-02-19