Darryll Grantley Knihy

Focusing on the genre of Interludes from the fourteenth century, this guide offers a comprehensive reference for approximately 100 extant works and fragments. It provides detailed accounts of early editions, authors, and modern adaptations, alongside plot summaries and character lists. The book also addresses social issues, verbal and dramaturgical elements, and staging directions, making it a valuable resource for understanding this unique form of entertainment. Additional features include a bibliography and appendices for further exploration.

The book commemorates the four hundredth anniversary of Christopher Marlowe's death by bringing together various authors to examine his work. It emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, delving into dramaturgy, textual criticism, and biographical insights. This exploration highlights Marlowe's lasting impact on literature and theater, offering a comprehensive look at his contributions and the context of his life and times.

This collection offers an extensive examination of late medieval and Tudor interlude drama, providing valuable data for scholars and enthusiasts alike. It delves into the historical context, themes, and characteristics of the genre, highlighting its significance in the evolution of English theatre. The compilation serves as a crucial resource for understanding the cultural and artistic developments during this pivotal period in drama history.

This title was first published in 2000: England experienced something of a social revolution in the years from the early 16th century to the Civil War. This work seeks to add a new dimension to the discussion of this phenomena by focusing on the emerging role and function of social behaviour as a means of signalling social identity and rank. Noting the even greater emphasis placed on manners, customs and ordinary behaviour during that time period, Darryll Grantley demonstrates the interrelation of two key elements - education and drama - in the reconstruction of social identity. By examining the relationship between education and drama, Grantley contributes important perspectives on the ways in which drama functioned in society. He explores education as a prominent motif in the aristocratically patronized drama of the 16th century; the contribution of the academy to the evolution of public modes of drama; education and the playwrights; education and the audience; and the representations of learning and social behaviour on the public stage.