King Richard III -- William Shakespeare

<p>Richard III is one of the great Shakespearean characters and roles. James R Siemon examines the attraction of this villain to audiences and focuses on how beguiling, even funny, he can be, especially in the earlier parts of the play. Siemon also places <i>King Richard III</i> in its historical context; as Elizabeth I had no heirs the issue of succession was a very real one for Shakespeare's audience. The introduction is well-illustrated and provides a comprehensive account of the play and of critical approaches to it. <p/>The edition also provides a clear and authoritative playtext, edited to the most rigorous standards of scholarship, with detailed notes and commentary on the same page. <p/>With a wealth of helpful and incisive commentary the Arden Shakespeare is the finest edition of Shakespeare you can find, giving a deeper understanding and appreciation of his work.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> William Shakespeare<br><b>Publisher:</b> Arden Shakespeare<br><b>Published:</b> 09/28/2009<br><b>Pages:</b> 528<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.35lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 7.70h x 5.00w x 1.30d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781903436899<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>James R Siemon is Professor of English at Boston University</p>