Anthony Mundy: An Elizabethan Man of Letters (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258015800)

Anthony Mundy: An Elizabethan Man of Letters is a biographical work that explores the life and literary contributions of Anthony Mundy, a prominent figure in the Elizabethan era. Written by Celeste Turner, the book takes readers on a journey through Mundy's life, starting with his childhood and education, and tracing his career as a playwright, poet, and translator.The book sheds light on Mundy's lesser-known works, including his translations of classical texts such as Vergil's Aeneid and Ovid's Metamorphoses, as well as his plays, which were performed at some of the most prestigious theaters of the time. Turner also delves into Mundy's personal life, exploring his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons, and highlighting the challenges he faced as a writer in a time of political and religious upheaval.Throughout the book, Turner draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and contemporary accounts, to provide a vivid and detailed portrait of Mundy and his world. The result is a richly textured and engaging biography that offers new insights into the life and work of one of the most fascinating figures of the Elizabethan era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Celeste Turner, Anthony Mundy
ISBN-10: 1258015803
ISBN-13: 9781258015800
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/09/2011
Pages: 244
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d