In this fascinating study, Markscheffel delves into the life and works of Thomas Kyd, a little-known Elizabethan playwright whose plays, including The Spanish Tragedy, exerted a powerful influence on the development of English drama. Markscheffel examines Kyd’s life and the context in which he wrote, his themes and techniques, as well as the reception of his works over time. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of Renaissance drama and literature.
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