This book adopts a multi-perspective approach to the historical and dramatic figure of Richard III during the "long" Romantic period, taking into consideration his controversial reputation among historians of the time; his changing place within the critical literature; nineteenth-century adaptations of Shakespeare's play; and above all the contrasting stage interpretations of Richard as dramatis persona, in the performances of such iconic players as David Garrick, George Frederick Cooke and Edmund Kean. The overall picture that emerges is that of the object of almost inexhaustible fascination...
This book adopts a multi-perspective approach to the historical and dramatic figure of Richard III during the "long" Romantic period, taking into cons...
