Politics and Political Culture in the Court Masque by James Knowles HARDBACK

James Knowles

Discover the intricate relationship between performance and power in Politics and Political Culture in the Court Masque. This academic study offers a comprehensive analysis of how court masques functioned as both a reflection and a critique of political forces during the Jacobean and Caroline eras. Expertly written by James Knowles, the book explores the complex boundaries of political speech, artistic expression, and social influence within the royal court. Readers will gain insight into how these elaborate productions interacted with broader political movements and voices beyond the palace walls. This hardcover edition is an essential resource for students, historians, and literature enthusiasts interested in early modern political history and performance studies. Product Summary: James Knowles Politics & Political Culture in the Court Masque, academic history hardcover book, Jacobean and Caroline era political study, literary analysis of court performances, scholarly work on 17th-century political culture.