The Earl of Oxford and the making of "Shakespeare"
Subtitle: the literary life of Edward De Vere in context
By: Richard Malim
Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786463138
Subjects: Oxford theory; Authorship; Biography
Description: "Topics include an overview of English literature from 1530 through 1575, major transitions in theatre, and an examination of Oxford's life and events leading to his literary prominence. The sonnets, his early poetry, juvenile "pre-Shakespeare" plays, and his acting career are of particular interest. An appendix examines the role and how he became associated with Oxford's work"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: English literature, 1530-1575; title: The life, 1550-1575; title: Oxford in Italy; title: The revolution in English literature; title: The revolution in the theater; title: The life, 1576-1590; title: The life, 1590-1604; title: Aftermath; title: Afterword.