The Plays & Poems Of Robert Greene (Volume I); General Introduction. Alphonsus. A Looking Glasse. Orlando Furioso. Appendix To Orlando Furioso (The Alleyn Ms.) Notes To Plays

Step into the vibrant world of Tudor England, where wit, ambition, and the clash of ideals come alive on stage. The Plays & Poems Of Robert Greene (Volume I) gathers the complete plays collection of one of the university wits - a group whose daring drama shaped the very foundations of English theatre. Here, Greene's masterful blend of chivalric romance adaptation, biting religious satire drama, and the morality play tradition offers a window into the restless spirit of the late 16th century.This annotated critical edition includes such seminal works as Alphonsus, A Looking Glasse, and Orlando Furioso, each capturing the pulse of Renaissance plays anthology. Greene's poetry and drama, rich with early modern imagination, probe themes of virtue, folly, and human destiny, resonating with the same energy that inspired Marlowe and Shakespeare, his celebrated contemporaries. The appendix, sourced from the rare Alleyn manuscript, and extensive notes to the plays, make this volume an essential companion for English literature students and classic literature collectors alike.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. More than a relic, it is a cultural treasure: an invitation to rediscover the drama, poetry, and satire that shaped the course of university wits drama and Tudor literature. Whether you are drawn by the allure of early modern poetry volume or the historical significance of late 16th century drama, this collection stands as a testament to Greene's enduring place in the canon of English letters.