9781025564739 - Comedy of the Crocodile: As Preserved in Various Manuscripts (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Comedy of the Crocodile' is a significant scholarly examination of early modern German folk theater, focusing on a satirical play preserved in various historical manuscripts. Set against the backdrop of late 16th-century Nuremberg, the work explores a unique comedic tradition that bridges the gap between medieval farce and the developing sophistication of Renaissance drama. The play centers on a humorous and absurd incident involving a crocodile, which serves as a vehicle for civic satire and social commentary.