This book reinterprets Macbeth by returning it to the context of its own time, recreating the theological and political crises of Shakespeare's era.

In this guide to Twain, his life and times and the historical context in which he operated Shelley Fisher Fishkin assembles original essays by leading scholars that describe and define the man.

First Published in 1998. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Engendering a Nation adopts a sophisticated feminist analysis to examine the place of gender in contesting representations of nationhood in early modern England.

Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on classical literature.

Thoreau - philosopher, essayist, hermit, tax protester and original thinker - led a singular life. This biography includes contributions of his relationship with 19th cent authority and concepts of the land.

It has created debate and inspired many critical responses. This second edition returns to the issues to offer new developments and insights.

In short, this book fulfills its explicit goal of disturbing 'received opinion' in a field ready to be reinvigorated by fresh insights and questions.

This is a translation of Jorge de Montemayor's 16th-century Spanish pastoral romance which is recognized as being important in the history of the development of the novel. Notes accompany this translation.