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Beyond a common joy an introduction to Shakespearean comedy

Title
Beyond a common joy [electronic resource] : an introduction to Shakespearean comedy / Paul A. Olson.
Author
Olson, Paul A.
Publication
Lincoln : University of Nebraska Press, c2008.

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Description
1 online resource (xiv, 347 p.) : ill., maps.
Uniform Title
Beyond a common joy (Online)
Alternative Title
Beyond a common joy (Online)
Subject
  • Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 > Comedies
  • Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 > Humor
  • Comedy
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (p. 271-332) and index.
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  • Access restricted to authorized users.
Contents
On historical understandings of Shakespeare's works -- Shakespeare and the invention of grand comic form -- Shakespearean comedic myths -- Biblical story and festival enter Shakespearean comedy -- Empire and conquest in the comedies -- Measure for measure as form, myth, and Scripture.
LCCN
2008023199
OCLC
ssj0000110807
Author
Olson, Paul A.
Title
Beyond a common joy [electronic resource] : an introduction to Shakespearean comedy / Paul A. Olson.
Imprint
Lincoln : University of Nebraska Press, c2008.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 271-332) and index.
Access
Access restricted to authorized users.
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Available onsite at NYPL
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