Racine: Phèdre
Racine: Phèdre by Edward D. James, published by Cambridge University Press on October 6, 1994, is a comprehensive introductory study that examines Racine’s Phèdre as a pivotal work in French classical tragedy. This edition, consisting of 113 pages, provides an insightful overview of the play’s historical, literary, and theatrical context, while also detailing its connections to Racine’s other tragedies.
Readers will find an analysis of the play’s structures and language, along with a focus on the major characters and their actions. The study delves into the ancient classical background and mythological elements that inform the narrative. Additionally, it includes a chronological table of Racine’s life and times, as well as a guide to further reading, making it a valuable resource for those interested in drama, European literature, and literary criticism.
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This introductory study presents Racine’s Phèdre as the culmination of French classical tragedy. It situates the play in its historical, literary and theatrical context, shows its relationship with other tragedies of Racine, and sketches its influence on later European literature. It analyzes the structures and language of the play, considers the major characters in action, and explores the ancient classical background and the mythological content. A chronological table of Racine’s life and times and a guide to further reading are included.
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