{"product_id":"bristol-records-of-early-mark-c-pilkinton-9789354308475","title":"Bristol - Records Of Early English Drama","description":"Step into the vibrant streets of Tudor Bristol, where the echoes of medieval pageantry and civic celebration still linger in the city's archives. Bristol - Records Of Early English Drama, expertly compiled by Mark C. Pilkinton, opens a rare window onto the world of guild and church drama, civic pageants, and the everyday spectacle that shaped British performance history. This scholarly reference volume gathers an unparalleled anthology of primary source documents-painstakingly preserved archival theatre records that reveal the pulse of a city at the crossroads of commerce, faith, and festivity. Each entry is a testament to the creativity and communal spirit that defined early English drama. For theatre history researchers, medieval studies coursework, and classic-literature collectors, this volume is both a practical resource and a cultural touchstone. Drawing directly from the medieval Bristol archives, Pilkinton's work illuminates the evolution of English drama from its earliest civic rituals to the rich pageants that enlivened streets and churches. The book's meticulous organisation and authoritative commentary make it indispensable for anyone fascinated by the roots of British performance, while its vivid documentation brings to life the voices and visions of the past. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are delving into the records of early English drama for research or seeking a collector's anthology of British theatre history sources, Pilkinton's Bristol invites you to rediscover the enduring legacy of a city and an art form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Mark C. Pilkinton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 9354308473\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9789354308475\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Alpha Edition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/11\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 472\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.51lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.05d","brand":"Mark C. Pilkinton","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48874310303999,"sku":"9789354308475","price":32.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/bristol-records-of-early-mark-c-pilkinton-9789354308475","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}