historical drama

Presents a play based on events that occurred in 1946 in the Yoruban city of Oyo. The play addresses issues of cultural conflict, tragic decision-making, and the psychological mindsets of individuals and groups. The text is accompanied by background information that explains African concepts, beliefs, and culture. Also features nine critical essays.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "Troilus and Cressida" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Richard II" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

Presents an annotated edition of Shakespeare's historical drama about the struggles of England's King John; and includes discussion of the history of the play and its performance, and the possible sources of the story.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Henry V" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Henry VI Part 2" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Henry VI Part I" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "Anthony and Cleopatra" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Henry VI Part III" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.

A scholarly edition of William Shakespeare's play "King Henry VI Part II" that includes detailed notes and commentary, an illustrated introduction to the play's historical, cultural, and performance contexts, an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play, and a bibliography of references and further reading.