Representation of the Impiety and Immorality of the English Stage (1704)
Representation of the Impiety and Immorality of the English Stage (1704)

Author: Josiah Woodward

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-19

Total Pages: 38

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In 'Representation of the Impiety and Immorality of the English Stage (1704),' editors Josiah Woodward and Emmett Langdon Avery curate a compelling anthology that scrutinizes the moral landscape of early 18th-century English theatre. This collection is marked by its rich diversity in literary styles, encompassing a range of critiques, plays, and essays that serve to frame the theatrical scene of the era not as mere entertainment but as a mirror of societal ethics and values. The anthology stands out for its critical examination of what the editors perceive as the erosion of moral standards, providing an invaluable lens through which we can understand cultural and ethical debates of the time. The contributing authors and editors themselves are nestled at the heart of a significant literary and moral debate, hailing from varied backgrounds yet unified by their concern for the cultural and societal impact of the stage. Their collective works embody the tensions between art and morality, highlighting the role of the theatre in reflecting and shaping public perceptions of virtue and vice. This anthology aligns with broader historical and cultural movements seeking to regulate and redefine the arts according to moral standards, showcasing a pivotal moment in the evolution of English literature and theatre. 'Representation of the Impiety and Immorality of the English Stage' is an essential read for those intrigued by the intersection of literature, ethics, and society. The anthology offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse literary styles and themes, all while engaging in the broader dialogue on the moral responsibilities of the arts. Readers are invited to traverse the complexities of early 18th-century thought, gaining insights into the historical debates that shaped English literature and theatre. This collection promises not just an educational journey, but a fascinating exploration of the dynamic interplay between art, morality, and culture.

The New Cambridge Bibliography of English Literature: Volume 2, 1660-1800
The New Cambridge Bibliography of English Literature: Volume 2, 1660-1800

Author: George Watson

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1971-07-02

Total Pages: 1698

ISBN-13: 9780521079341

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More than fifty specialists have contributed to this new edition of volume 2 of The Cambridge Bibliography of English Literature. The design of the original work has established itself so firmly as a workable solution to the immense problems of analysis, articulation and coordination that it has been retained in all its essentials for the new edition. The task of the new contributors has been to revise and integrate the lists of 1940 and 1957, to add materials of the following decade, to correct and refine the bibliographical details already available, and to re-shape the whole according to a new series of conventions devised to give greater clarity and consistency to the entries.

The Mental Universe of the English Nonjurors
The Mental Universe of the English Nonjurors

Author: John William Klein

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2019-02-25

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 1796015679

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The Glorious Revolution of 1688, which pushed James II from the throne of England, was not glorious for everyone; in fact, for many, it was a great disaster. Those who had already taken an oath of allegiance to James II and “to his heirs and lawful successors” now pondered how they could take a second oath to William and Mary. Those who initially refused to swear the oath were called Nonjurors. In 1691, Archbishop Sancroft, eight bishops, and four hundred clergy of the Church of England, as well as a substantial number of scholars at Oxford and Cambridge, were deprived, removed from their offices and their license to practice revoked, for their refusal. This nonjuring community over time adopted hybridized ideas, long-embraced and called out by the times and circumstances. Five paradigms shaped the English Nonjurors’ mental universe: a radical obedience, a Cyprianist mentality, using printing presses in place of the pulpits they had lost, a hybridized view of time, and a global ecumenical perspective that linked them to the Orthodox East. These patterns operated synergistically to create an effective tool for the Nonjurors’ survival and success in their mission. The Nonjurors’ influence, out of proportion to their size, was due in large measure to this mentality; their unique circumstances prompted creative thinking, and they were superb in that endeavor. Those five ideas constituted the infrastructure of the Nonjurors’ world. This study helps us to see the early eighteenth century not only as a time of rapid change, but also as an era of persistent older religious mentalities adapted to new circumstances, and the Nonjurors were brilliant at this adaptation.