Books by Peter (University of Exeter) Thomson

Shakespeare's career as actor and playwright reveals the extraordinary accommodation of his genius to the circumstances of his time. This illustrated account describes Shakespeare at work against a background of theatrical rivalry, opportunism, service to noble patrons, and political intrigue.

This 2006 introduction to English theatre, including illustrative quotations and carefully selected visual images, guides the reader through the turbulent history of the stage from the restoration of Charles II to the death of Queen Victoria. A lively read, the book is ideal for students, teachers and lecturers alike.

An accessible study of the production history of Mother Courage and Her Children, a key twentieth-century play.