Written on the Heart
Written on the Heart by David Edgar is a revised edition published by Nick Hern Books in 2012, featuring 111 pages in English. This historical drama explores the creation of the King James Bible, commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company to commemorate its four-hundredth anniversary. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by those involved in the translation, highlighting the personal and societal conflicts that arise during a time of significant religious upheaval.
Readers will find a compelling portrayal of the struggles between faith and ambition, as one translator faces dire consequences for his beliefs while another grapples with the potential for power. The play captures the essence of the English Reformation and the complexities of translating sacred texts, reflecting on themes of betrayal and the quest for social peace. Written on the Heart offers a rich exploration of drama within the context of European performing arts, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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An enthralling historical drama about the creation of the King James Bible, commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company to mark its four-hundredth anniversary.
Written on the Heart is the dramatic story of the translation of God’s Word into English. For one man, this endeavour leads to death at the stake. For another, it could mean an archbishop’s mitre.
After almost a century of unrest, the King James Bible was intended to end the violent upheavals of the English Reformation. But deep-seated discord forces a leading translator to confront the betrayal of his youthful religious ideals, for the sake of social peace.
David Edgar’s play Written on the Heart was first staged by the Royal Shakespeare Company at the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, in 2011.
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