This is a comprehensive reference guide examining the language employed by Shakespeare to represent women in the full range of his poetry and plays. Including over 350 entries, Alison Findlay shows the role of women within Shakespearean drama, their representations on the Shakespearean stage, and their place in Shakespeare's personal and professional lives.
Focusing on early modern women's drama, the study explores the various playing spaces that shaped the performances and experiences of female playwrights and their works. It delves into how these environments influenced the themes, narratives, and the reception of women's contributions to theater during this period. Through analysis, the book highlights the significance of these spaces in understanding the broader cultural and societal dynamics at play in early modern England.