The Renaissance Hamlet
Subtitle: issues and responses in 1600
By: Roland Mushat Frye.
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 1984
Place of publication: Princeton, N.J
Language: eng
Number of pages: 398
Subjects: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616; Hamlet (Legendary character); Renaissance -- England
Description: Drawing on recent advances in historical knowledge, the author describes contemporary attitudes toward issues such as rebellion, conscience, regicide, incest, retribution, and mourning. His investigation reveals a number of convincing new reasons for viewing Hamlet not as an irresolute young man but as a vigorous and determined figure in confrontation with the moral dilemmas of his age. By understanding the play in its original terms, we find that it takes on new depth and power for our own time.
Notes: Bibliography: p. 367-381.
Includes index.