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Publicada em 1886, esta história explora um dos assuntos mais discutidos daquele período: a disputa entre ciência e religião. A narrativa é feita em terceira pessoa pelo advogado Utterson, amigo do r

"Robinson Crusoé" é a obra-prima do escritor inglês Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) e foi publicada originalmente em 1719, no Reino Unido. O livro assume três características específicas: epistolar, confess

O corcunda de Notre-Dame é a obra-prima de Victor Hugo e foi publicado em 1831. Na Paris do século XV, Esmeralda, uma jovem cigana, dança na praça da catedral de Notre-Dame e, com sua beleza, transtorna o clerigo Claude Frollo, que, perturbado, ordena ao seu disforme sineiro, Quasimodo, o rapto da moça. Esmeralda e salva por um grupo de arqueiros, comandado pelo capito da guarda Phebus de Chateaupers. Acusada de assassinato, Esmeralda no aceita, para escapar do suplicio, se entregar a Frollo. Quando e levada ao atrio da catedral para receber sua sentença de morte, Quasimodo que a ama, porem de forma desinteressada se apossa dela e a conduz para dentro da igreja, onde a lei de abrigo a torna protegida. A partir dai, muitas coisas vo acontecer e fascinar o leitor.

Dom Quixote de La Mancha é um composto por cento e vinte e seis capítulos, divididos em duas partes: a primeira, surgida em 1605, e a outra, em 1615. A obra nasceu em período de grande inovação e div

Orgulho e preconceito se passa na Inglaterra do século XVIII, na qual nos deparamos com as castas formadas por ricos, burgueses e nobres. A despeito dos cenários antigos descritos no livro, o leitor se deparara com um mundo moderno, pois, por detras de todas as pompas, ritos sociais e regras de etiqueta muito comuns a epoca, mora soberana, na obra de Austen, a critica ao carater humano, sempre diversificado e atemporal. A autora, alem de documentar o convivio das pessoas de sua epoca, denota, atraves de sua prosa, um controle imenso do humor e da ironia - figura de linguagem que exerce total influencia de sua obra - e delata a hipocrisia, a superficialidade e os estereotipos que ate hoje se mantem em voga em nossa sociedade.

A coleção Encontro com os Clássicos apresenta adaptações dos grandes clássicos da literatura universal para os leitores jovens. O objetivo é favorecer um primeiro contato com essas obras por meio de

Shakespeare, tendo como pano de fundo a Grécia mítica, apresenta uma narrativa em que seres élficos e personagens mitológicos são envolvidos pela magia e compartilham a mesma dimensão. A história se

This carefully crafted ebook: "Loves Labours Lost (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Loves Labours Lost is one of William Shakespeares early comedies, believed to have been written in the mid-1590s and first published in 1598. It follows the King of Navarre and his three companions as they attempt to foreswear the company of women for three years of study and fasting, and their subsequent infatuation with the Princess of Aquitaine and her ladies. In an untraditional ending for a comedy, the play closes with the death of the Princesss father, and all weddings are delayed for a year. Life of William Shakespeare is a biography of William Shakespeare by the eminent critic Sidney Lee. This book was one of the first major biographies of the Bard of Avon. It was published in 1898, based on the article contributed to the Dictionary of National Biography. William Shakespeare (1564 1616) was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the worlds pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called Englands national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including some collaborations, consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, the authorship of some of which is uncertain. Sir Sidney Lee (1859 1926) was an English biographer and critic. He was a lifelong scholar and enthusiast of Shakespeare. His article on Shakespeare in the fifty-first volume of the Dictionary of National Biography formed the basis of his Life of William Shakespeare. This full-length life is often credited as the first modern biography of the poet.

This carefully crafted ebook: "Measure for Measure (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Measure for Measure is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1603 or 1604 and originally published in 1623. Generally considered one of Shakespeares problem plays, the work examines the ideas of sin and justice. Duke Vincentio turns Viennas rule over to the corrupt Angelo, who sentences Claudio to death for having impregnated a woman before marriage. His sister Isabella, a novice nun, pleads for her brothers life, only to be told that he will be spared if she agrees to relinquish her virginity to Angelo. Life of William Shakespeare is a biography of William Shakespeare by the eminent critic Sidney Lee. This book was one of the first major biographies of the Bard of Avon. It was published in 1898, based on the article contributed to the Dictionary of National Biography. William Shakespeare (1564 1616) was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the worlds pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called Englands national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including some collaborations, consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, the authorship of some of which is uncertain. Sir Sidney Lee (1859 1926) was an English biographer and critic. He was a lifelong scholar and enthusiast of Shakespeare. His article on Shakespeare in the fifty-first volume of the Dictionary of National Biography formed the basis of his Life of William Shakespeare. This full-length life is often credited as the first modern biography of the poet.

This carefully crafted ebook: "Two Gentlemen of Verona (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. The Two Gentlemen of Verona is the earliest comedy written by Shakespeare (and possibly his first play), probably written around 1589-92. It focuses on two friends, Valentine and Proteus, whose friendship is disrupted by their mutual passion for the lovely Silvia. Proteus jilts Julia in order to pursue Silvia; she responds by enlisting the help of her maid Lucetta to dress as a boy and go after Proteus. The play also includes some wonderfully comic supporting characters, particularly Launce and his scene-stealing dog Crab. Life of William Shakespeare is a biography of William Shakespeare by the eminent critic Sidney Lee. This book was one of the first major biographies of the Bard of Avon. It was published in 1898, based on the article contributed to the Dictionary of National Biography. William Shakespeare (1564 1616) was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the worlds pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called Englands national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including some collaborations, consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, the authorship of some of which is uncertain. Sir Sidney Lee (1859 1926) was an English biographer and critic. He was a lifelong scholar and enthusiast of Shakespeare. His article on Shakespeare in the fifty-first volume of the Dictionary of National Biography formed the basis of his Life of William Shakespeare. This full-length life is often credited as the first modern biography of the poet.

In 1956 John Osbornes Look Back in Anger changed the course of English theatre.Look Back in Anger presents post-war youth as it really is. To have done this at all would be a significant achievement; to have done it in a first play is a minor miracle. All the qualities are there, qualities one had despaired of ever seeing on stage - the drift towards anarchy, the instinctive leftishness, the automatic rejection of "official" attitudes, the surrealist sense of humour . . . the casual promiscuity, the sense of lacking a crusade worth fighting for and, underlying all these, the determination that no one who dies shall go unmourned. Kenneth Tynan, Observer, 13 May 1956Look Back in Anger . . . has its inarguable importance as the beginning of a revolution in the British theatre, and as the central and most immediately influential expression of the mood of its time, the mood of the "angry young man". John Russell Taylor

The theory that Francis Bacon was, in the main, the author of "Shakespeares plays," has now been for fifty years before the learned world. Its advocates have met with less support than they had reason to expect. Their methods, their logic, and their hypotheses closely resemble those applied by many British and foreign scholars to Homer; and by critics of the very Highest School to Holy Writ. Yet the Baconian theory is universally rejected in England by the professors and historians of English literature; and generally by students who have no profession save that of Letters. The Baconians, however, do not lack the countenance and assistance of highly distinguished persons, whose names are famous where those of mere men of letters are unknown; and in circles where the title of "Professor" is not duly respected.Contents: IntroductionChapter I: The Baconian And Anti-Willian PositionsChapter Ii: The "Silence" About ShakespeareChapter Iii: That Impossible He - The Schooling Of ShakespeareChapter Iv: Mr. Collins On Shakespeares LearningChapter V: Shakespeare, Genius, And SocietyChapter Vi: The Courtly Plays: "Loves Labours Lost"Chapter Vii: Contemporary Recognition Of Will As AuthorChapter Viii: "The Silence Of Philip Henslowe"Chapter Ix: The Later Life Of Shakespeare - His Monument And PortraitsChapter X: "The Traditional Shakspere"Chapter Xi: The First FolioChapter Xii: Ben Jonson And ShakespeareChapter Xiii: The Preoccupations Of BaconAppendicesAppendix I: "Troilus And Cressida"Appendix Ii - Chettles Supposed Allusion To Will ShakspereThis book is annotated with a rare extensive biographical sketch of the author, Andrew Lang, written by Sir Edmund Gosse, CB, a contemporary poet and writer.

The flowering of socio-political movements between the 1960s and 1990s in the United States and South Africa laid the firm foundations on which, with unprecedented force and impetus, the black theatre of these years was forged. Form and content emerged alongside the political and artistic commitment adopted by these artists against Western imperialism, colonialism and racism. For the first time in history, black theatre in the United States and South Africa analysed and valued black roots in order to illuminate the search for future freedom. However, the socio-political context and country-specific circumstances have also generated the distinctive features of Afro-American and black South African theatre (including gender differences) manifested in totally heterogeneous and unique artistic ramifications.

A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 3 offers readers a captivating glimpse into the world of Elizabethan drama, presenting a range of diverse plays from the early modern period. The literary style of these works reflects the rich tapestry of English literature from the era, with intricate plots, dynamic characters, and engaging dialogue that transport readers back in time. This collection is essential for anyone interested in the development of English drama and the cultural context in which these plays were written. Each play also comes with informative annotations that provide valuable insights into the historical and linguistic nuances of the text. Various meticulous curation of these plays demonstrates a deep understanding of the period and a commitment to preserving these literary treasures for future generations. Their selection of works showcases the diversity and creativity of the early modern playwrights, shedding light on the social and political issues of the time. A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 3 is a must-read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of English literature who wish to explore the richness of Elizabethan drama.

Sébastien-Roch-Nicolas Chamforts The cynics breviary: Maxims and anecdotes from Nicolas de Chamfort is a collection of sharp-witted aphorisms and clever anecdotes that delve into the complexities of human nature and society. Written in a concise and straightforward style, the book offers a cynical yet insightful perspective on various aspects of life, from love and politics to morality and philosophy. Chamforts work reflects the literary context of the Enlightenment period, where reason and skepticism were prevalent, making his observations both relevant and thought-provoking to modern readers. The breviarys brevity makes it a perfect quick read for those looking for intellectual stimulation and wit in a succinct format.

Isabela sofre porque foi abandonada, Felipe quer muito gostar de alguém e Ricardo, seu amigo, está apaixonado por ele. As histórias amorosas dos três jovens se desenrolam com a intensidade – e ao som

Philip Larkin: A Writers Life won the Whitbread Award for Biography in 1993 and was championed as an exemplary biography of its kind (The Times). With a new introduction written by the author, this edition offers an engrossing portrait of one of the twentieth centurys most popular, and most private, poets. There will be other lives of Larkin, but Motions, like Forsters of Dickens, will always have a special place. John Carey, Sunday TimesLarkin lived a quietly noble and exemplary version of the writers life; Motion - affectionate but undeceived about the mans frailties, a diligent researcher and a deft reader of poetry - has written an equally exemplary Life of him. Peter Conrad, ObserverHonest but not prurient, critical but also compassionate, Motions book could not be bettered. Alan Bennett, London Review of Books

Three extraordinary productions of Hamlet by three giants of modern theatre.Peter Brook, Robert Lepage and Robert Wilson have all attempted radical reworkings of Hamlet. This book examines their very different approaches.Brooks Qui Est La - his variation on Hamlet - was first seen in Paris in 1995, incorporating the writings of Artaud, Brecht, Craig, Meyerhold, Stanislavsky and Zeami Motikoyo into edited scenes from Shakespeares play. He has since tackled the full play in a spare and definitive production which provides the subject of the epilogue to this volume.Lepages Elsinore is a technically complex tour de force - a multimedia drama on a moving set, with Lepage playing all the characters.Wilsons Hamlet: a monologue, directed, designed and performed by Wilson himself, is a one-man show - but one that needs twenty backstage staff to bring it to life.Vividly reconstructing each of the three productions, the author offers a dyamic combination of casebook and critique, complete with 16 pages of production photos.

Jessica Swales Blue Stockings is the empowering and surprising story of four young women fighting for their right to a university education in a world that assumed women belonged at home. First produced professionally at Shakespeares Globe in 2013, and a sell-out success, it is now regularly performed by theatre groups in the UK and beyond, and widely studied by GCSE Drama students.This Page to Stage guide, written by the playwright, who also directed the first production at RADA, along with her assistant director Lois Jeary, is packed with contextual information, scene-by-scene and character breakdowns, and personal insights into the world of the play and the real lives that inspired it.An invaluable resource for those studying and staging the play, it takes you through the entire production process, considering each of the elements in turn, from sound and music to design and rehearsals. Youll also find notes from the original rehearsal process, extracts from working diaries, and interviews with key members of the creative team. Throughout, there are hints and tips on staging, and helpful games and exercises to bring the play to life on the stage and in the classroom.Highly accessible and uniquely authoritative, it is the indispensible guide for anyone studying, teaching or performing the play.

The authors guide to Kindertransport, an invaluable and uniquely authoritative resource for anyone studying, teaching or performing the play.Since it was first staged by the Soho Theatre Company in London in 1993, Diane SamuelsKindertransport has enjoyed huge success around the world, has been revived numerous times, and is widely studied in schools and colleges.The play tells the story of how nine-year-old Eva, a German Jewish girl, is sent by her parents on the Kindertransport to start a new life with a foster family in Britain just before the outbreak of World War Two. Over forty years later, she has changed her name to Evelyn and denied her roots. When her own daughter discovers some old letters and photos in the attic, she is forced to confront the truth about who she really is and to reveal a dark secret that she has done everything to keep hidden.In this authors guide to the play, Diane Samuels investigates the historical background, drawing on the personal testimony of those whose lives were transformed by the Kindertransport. She explores the creative process that shaped the play through successive drafts. And she presents detailed accounts from the actors, directors, a composer and designer who have contributed to the plays most notable productions.