Othello - (Shakespeare in Performance) by Lois Potter (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Of all Shakespeare's tragedies, Othello, with its issues of racism, jealousy and sexual stereotyping seems most immediate to contemporary audiences.
- About the Author: Lois Potter is Ned B Allen Professor of English at the University of Delaware
- 256 Pages
- Literary Criticism, Shakespeare
- Series Name: Shakespeare in Performance
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About the Book
Of all Shakespeare's tragedies, Othello, with its issues of racism, jealousy and sexual stereotyping seems most immediate to contemporary audiences. Traces Othello's acting tradition as it has affected the roles of Othello, Desdemona and Iago - demonstrating the emphasis placed on different characters in different countries. Examines various stage and screen versions of the play which reflect or challenge current views about race and gender. In depth study of famous Othello actor Paul Robeson, comparing his career to that of Ira Aldridge. The range of productions examined means that the book will appeal to all students and enthusiasts of the theatre, as well as those in the field of ethnic and cultural approaches to ShakespeareBook Synopsis
Of all Shakespeare's tragedies, Othello, with its issues of racism, jealousy and sexual stereotyping seems most immediate to contemporary audiences. Traces Othello's acting tradition as it has affected the roles of Othello, Desdemona and Iago - demonstrating the emphasis placed on different characters in different countries. Examines various stage and screen versions of the play which reflect or challenge current views about race and gender. In depth study of famous Othello actor Paul Robeson, comparing his career to that of Ira Aldridge. The range of productions examined means that the book will appeal to all students and enthusiasts of the theatre, as well as those in the field of ethnic and cultural approaches to ShakespeareAbout the Author
Lois Potter is Ned B Allen Professor of English at the University of Delaware
Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 256
Genre: Literary Criticism
Sub-Genre: Shakespeare
Series Title: Shakespeare in Performance
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Format: Paperback
Author: Lois Potter
Language: English
Street Date: June 27, 2002
TCIN: 1003739247
UPC: 9780719027260
Item Number (DPCI): 247-11-7667
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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