A New Mimesis: Shakespeare and the Representation of Reality by A.D. Nuttall (En

Description: A New Mimesis by A.D. Nuttall In pursuit of a common-sense argument about realism, this work discusses English 18th-century and French neo-classical conceptions of realism, and considers "Julius Caesar", "Coriolanus", "The Merchant of Venice", "Othello", and both parts of "King Henry IV" as a feat of mimesis, with emphasis on Shakespeares perception of society and culture. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In pursuit of a powerful, common-sense argument about realism, renowned scholar A. D. Nuttall discusses English eighteenth-century and French neo-classical conceptions of realism, and considers Julius Caesar, Coriolanus, The Merchant of Venice, Othello, and both parts of King Henry IV as a prolonged feat of mimesis, with particular emphasis on Shakespeares perception of society and culture as subject to historical change. Shakespeare is chosen as the great example of realism because he addresses not only the stable characteristics but also the flux of things, and he is thus seen as a perceiver of that flux and not a mere specimen. An acknowledged classic of literary studies, A New Mimesis is reissued here with a new preface by the author. Author Biography A. D. Nuttall is professor of English at Oxford University and the author of numerous books, including Shakespeare the Thinker, published by Yale University Press, A Common Sky: Philosophy and the Literary Imagination, and Why Does Tragedy Give Pleasure? Review "Nuttalls most important book on Shakespeare seems as fresh and challenging as ever."—Graham Bradshaw, author of Shakespeares Scepticism -- Graham Bradshaw Long Description In pursuit of a powerful, common-sense argument about realism, renowned scholar A. D. Nuttall discusses English eighteenth-century and French neo-classical conceptions of realism, and considers" Julius Caesar", "Coriolanus", "The Merchant of Venice", "Othello", and both parts of "King Henry IV" as a prolonged feat of mimesis, with particular emphasis on Shakespeares perception of society and culture as subject to historical change. Shakespeare is chosen as the great example of realism because he addresses not only the stable characteristics but also the flux of things, and he is thus seen as a perceiver of that flux and not a mere specimen. An acknowledged classic of literary studies, "A New Mimesis "is reissued here with a new preface by the author. Review Quote "Nuttalls most important book on Shakespeare seems as fresh and challenging as ever."Graham Bradshaw, author of Shakespeares Scepticism Details ISBN0300118651 Author A.D. Nuttall Short Title NEW MIMESIS Publisher Yale University Press Language English ISBN-10 0300118651 ISBN-13 9780300118650 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2007 Imprint Yale University Press Subtitle Shakespeare and the Representation of Reality Country of Publication United States Place of Publication New Haven Illustrations 2 line cuts DOI 10.1604/9780300118650 AU Release Date 2007-04-20 NZ Release Date 2007-04-20 US Release Date 2007-04-20 UK Release Date 2007-04-20 Pages 224 Publication Date 2007-04-20 DEWEY 822.33 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:12636229;

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