Key Concepts in Renaissance Literature

The volume provides readers with a clear introduction to English Renaissance literary texts. Concise but detailed entries are alphabetically arranged, providing a coherent overview of central issues in the study of writings of the Renaissance era. Cross-referencing and suggestions for further reading indicate connections between topics.

MALCOLM HEBRON teaches English Literature at Winchester College, UK.

General Editors' Preface Short Introductory Essay Contexts: History, Politics, Culture Literature: Texts, Themes, Issues Criticism: Approaches, Theory, Practice Bibliography Chronology Index.