Titus Andronicus & Timon of Athens“These words are razors to my wounded heart.” —Titus Andronicus “We have seen better days.” —Timon of Athens Eminent Shakespearean scholars Jonathan Bate and Eric Rasmussen provide fresh new editions of the two great tragedies: Titus Adronicus, a graphic story of revenge, and Timon of Athens, a cautionary tale about false friends and unearned loyalty. THIS VOLUME ALSO INCLUDES MORE THAN A HUNDRED PAGES OF EXCLUSIVE FEATURES: • original Introductions to Titus Andronicus and Timon of Athens • incisive scene-by-scene synopsis and analysis with vital facts about the work • commentary on past and current productions based on interviews with leading directors, actors, and designers • photographs of key RSC productions • an overview of Shakespeare’s theatrical career and chronology of his plays Ideal for students, theater professionals, and general readers, these modern and accessible editions from the Royal Shakespeare Company set a new standard in Shakespearean literature for the twenty-first century. |
Contents
The | 103 |
Timon of Athens | 138 |
Textual Notes | 150 |
The | 243 |
Shakespeares Career in the Theater | 279 |
A Chronology | 293 |
Titus Andronicus | 299 |
Acknowledgments and Picture Credits | 311 |
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Titus Andronicus and Timon of Athens: Two Classical Plays Eric Rasmussen,Jonathan Bate No preview available - 2011 |
Common terms and phrases
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