Shakespeare and National Identity

The Arden Shakespeare Dictionary on <i>Shakespeare and National Identity</i> makes a timely and valuable contribution to the discipline. National identity in the early modern period is a central topic of scholarly investigation; it is also a dominant topic in classroom instruction and discussion. More than any other early modern playwright Shakespeare (especially his history plays) is at the heart of recent critical investigations into a host of relevant topics: borders history identity land memory nation place and space. This Dictionary works through Shakespeare's plays and the cultural moment in which they were produced to provide a rich and informative account of such topics. An ideal reference work for upper level students and scholars and an essential resource for any literary library.