Dimensions
129 x 198 x 2mm
Edited by Leah Marcus.
The story of the Duchess's secret marriage and the cruel revenge of her brothers has fascinated and appalled audiences for centuries. This new Arden edition offers readers a comprehensive, illustrated introduction to the play's historical, critical and performance history. The text is modernised and edited to the highest scholarly standards, with textual notes and commentary notes on the same page for ease of reference.
The Arden Early Modern Drama series offers editions of non-Shakespearean Renaissance drama and Restoration drama from the period 1500-1700. This series offers high-quality textual scholarship and full annotation, together with an accessible, student-friendly introduction.