«This engaging study is two books in one: a book on the social and psychological dynamics of private prayer in early modern England; and a book on the role of prayer in Shakespeare's history plays. Each is a significant contribution to the literature of the period as well as to performance studies in general.»
William T. FitzGerald, Rutgers University-Camden, USA, BUNYAN STUDIES
Early modern private prayer is skilled at narrative and drama. In manuals and sermons on how to pray, collections of model prayers, scholarly treatises about biblical petitions, and popular tracts about life crises prompting calls to God, prayer is valued as a powerful agent of change. Les mer
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«This engaging study is two books in one: a book on the social and psychological dynamics of private prayer in early modern England; and a book on the role of prayer in Shakespeare's history plays. Each is a significant contribution to the literature of the period as well as to performance studies in general.»
William T. FitzGerald, Rutgers University-Camden, USA, BUNYAN STUDIES
«Sullivan presents a clear and engaging study of how Shakespeare engaged with and incorporated aspects of private prayer manuals into his history plays. Shakespeare and the Play Scripts of Private Prayer is a compelling addition to the research on religion, prayer and Shakespeare. The book is easy to follow, with a clearly structured argument that would attract undergraduate students and experienced scholars alike.»
Amy Jennings, Early Modern Literary Studies
«What makes a monograph remarkable is its ability to answer unexplored questions and point toward new avenues within its field, and Sullivan's text completes both of these goals ... this study is a fruitful endeavor in its interdisciplinary contribution.»
Grace Kimball, Comitatus
«Offers a refreshing methodological approach to work on early modern literature and religion.»
Jay Zysk, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth