The philosopher's toothache : embodied stoicism in Early Modern English drama /
Informed by work in both classical philosophy and performance studies, this book argues that Stoicism infused the theatrical culture of early modern England. Plays written during this period instruct audiences to cultivate their virtue, self-awareness and creativity in keeping with Stoic practice.
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Evanston, Illinois :
Northwestern University Press,
[2022].
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| Series: | Rethinking the Early Modern.
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| Summary: | Informed by work in both classical philosophy and performance studies, this book argues that Stoicism infused the theatrical culture of early modern England. Plays written during this period instruct audiences to cultivate their virtue, self-awareness and creativity in keeping with Stoic practice. |
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| Physical Description: | viii, 195 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780810144149 081014414X 9780810144156 0810144158 |