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The Court and the London Theatres during the Reign of Elizabeth - cover

The Court and the London Theatres during the Reign of Elizabeth

Thornton Shirley Graves

Publisher: Good Press

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"The Court and the London Theatres during the Reign of Elizabeth" by Thornton Shirley Graves aimed to explain the development and role of theater and the performing arts during the time when Queen Elizabeth I ruled over Britain. First, explaining the roles the members of court played, then moving on to the topics and themes that were most often found in plays at this time, the book serves as a useful resource when it comes to studying history and culture from this era.
Available since: 08/31/2021.
Print length: 112 pages.

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