British Drama 1533-1642: A Catalogue, Volume IV: 1598-1602
British Drama 1533-1642: A Catalogue, Volume IV: 1598-1602 is a reference volume covering plays from 1598 to 1602. Its entries are described as including plot, roles, authorship and dating, sources, staging requirements, and early stage and textual history.
At a glance
- Fourth volume in a catalogue of English, Welsh, Irish, and Scottish drama written from 1533 to 1642.
- Covers the period 1598-1602, including the emergence of dramatic satire and the opening of the original Globe theatre.
- Entries are described as covering plot, characters, sources, formal features, staging, and early performance and textual history.
Reference price: $210.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Its entry-by-entry scope can support research beyond plot summaries, with roles, sources, staging requirements, and textual history described as included.
- The volume situates plays chronologically within the broader 1533-1642 catalogue.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 30, 2014 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 490 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0199265747 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0199265749 |
| Weight listed | 2.21 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.8 x 1.3 x 7 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Researchers studying drama from 1598-1602 who need catalogue-style information on individual plays.
- Libraries and readers building a reference collection on early modern British drama.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a collection of complete play texts or a general introduction to the period.
Frequently asked questions
What period does Volume IV cover?
The volume covers 1598-1602, a period the listing associates with the emergence of dramatic satire and the opening of the original Globe theatre.
What information does each play entry include?
The listing describes entries with titles, authorship and dates, plot summaries, roles, sources, formal characteristics, staging requirements, and early stage and textual history.
Is this a collection of full play texts?
The supplied description presents it as a detailed catalogue with information about each play, not as a collection of complete play texts.
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