The English Clown Tradition from the Middle Ages to Shakespeare

The English Clown Tradition from the Middle Ages to Shakespeare
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Publisher : D. S. Brewer
Total Pages : 268
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Download or read book The English Clown Tradition from the Middle Ages to Shakespeare written by Robert Hornback and published by D. S. Brewer. This book was released on 2009 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new account of medieval and Renaissance clown traditions reveals the true extent of their cultural influence.


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