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Big Sky Country's love affair with the world's most famous writer
xviii, 196 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm.
Tracing more than two centuries of history, Shakespeare in Montana uncovers a vast array of different voices that capture the state's love affair with the world's most famous writer. From mountain men, pioneers and itinerant acting companies in mining camps to women's clubs at the turn of the twentieth century and the contemporary popularity of Shakespeare in the Parks throughout Montana, the book chronicles the stories of residents across this incredible western state who have been attracted to the words and works of Shakespeare. Minton explores this unique relationship found in the Treasure State and provides considerable insight into the myriad places and times in which Shakespeare's words have been heard and discussed. By revealing what Shakespeare has meant to the people of Montana, Minton offers us a better understanding of the state's citizens and history while providing a key perspective on Shakespeare's enduring global influence.
List of Illustrations -- Acknowledgments -- Preface -- Prologue. Waiting for the Shakespeare -- Chapter One. Men of the Mountains -- Interlude One. Cowboys -- Chapter Two. The Golden Age -- Interlude Two. Ciphers -- Chapter Three. Women's Roles -- Interlude Three. Anniversary Celebrations -- Chapter Four. Travelers and Settlers of the Theatre -- Interlude Four. The Margins -- Chapter Five. In the Schoolhouses -- Interlude Five. Artists -- Chapter Six. Freeing Shakespeare -- Epilogue. Saved by Shakespeare -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.
Includes bibliographical references and index.