King Lear After Auschwitz : Shakespeare, Appropriation and Theatres of Catastrophe in Post-War British Drama

Edinburgh University Press

Explore the profound impact of 'King Lear' in the context of post-Auschwitz Britain with 'King Lear After Auschwitz: Shakespeare, Appropriation and Theatres of Catastrophe in Post-War British Drama'. This insightful book by Richard Ashby delves into how Shakespeare's tragedy was reinterpreted and staged amidst the shadow of immense historical trauma. Discover the complex relationship between classical literature, historical events, and theatrical expression in the post-war era. Ashby, a Visiting Research Fellow at Senate House Library, provides a critical examination of appropriation and its role in shaping dramatic narratives. This paperback offers a unique perspective on the enduring power of Shakespeare and the ways in which art confronts catastrophe. A must-read for students and scholars of British drama, literary theory, and Holocaust studies. Summary: King Lear After Auschwitz, Shakespeare, Post-War British Drama, Theatres of Catastrophe, Richard Ashby, Literary Criticism, Theatre Studies.