Oxford Handbook of Philip Sidney
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Author Description
This Is A Comprehensive Collection Of Essays On The Life, Work, And Times Of The Elizabethan Writer And Courtier, Philip Sidney (1554-1586), One Of The Most Important Figures Of The English Renaissance. Contributors To The Volume Are Experts In The Field And Bring New Discoveries And Insights Into Sidney And His Central Place In The History And Culture Of This Period. The Volume Offers Up-to-date Interpretations Of Sidney's Literary And Non-literary Works, The Context In Which He Lived And Wrote, And All Aspects Of His Society And Times. Readily Accessible, It Is The Go-to Book On Sidney Both For Students Who May Be New To His Life And Works And For Teachers And Scholars Who Know Them Well-- Provided By Publisher.
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the multifaceted life, literary contributions, and historical significance of the Elizabethan courtier and writer Philip Sidney within the broader context of the English Renaissance. Edited by Catherine Bates, the collection synthesizes current scholarship to re-evaluate Sidney’s role as a cultural icon and intellectual figure. The contributors utilize archival research and contemporary critical frameworks to analyze how Sidney’s personal experiences and political environment shaped his diverse body of work.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive analysis of Sidney’s major literary works including 'Astrophil and Stella' and 'The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia'.
- Historical examination of the Elizabethan court and the political climate of the late 16th century.
- Scholarly essays addressing the intersection of Sidney’s life as a courtier and his artistic output.
- Contextual studies on the intellectual and social structures of the English Renaissance.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and scholars recognize this handbook as a foundational resource for both undergraduate students and established researchers in the field of early modern literature. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which provides a rigorous and thorough examination of Sidney’s enduring influence on English letters.
Page Count:
880
Publication Date:
2024-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198859457
ISBN-13:
9780198859451
Biography
Poetry
History
Literary Criticism
Academic
Renaissance
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