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Plays and Puritans is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kingsley, Charles (1819–1875).
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"Plays and Puritans" by Charles Kingsley is a collection of historical essays written during the late 19th century. The text delves into the interplay between art and religion during the era of the Puritans in England, focusing on their contentious relationship with theatrical plays and the dramatic arts. Kingsley explores how societal attitudes towards art were shaped by the Puritan ethos and critiques perceptions of the period as a golden age of art-making. At the start of the work, Kingsley provides a contextual framework, discussing the pervasive notion of "Art" in British society and how many believe that the artistic expressions of the period were stifled by Puritanism. He outlines the historical undercurrents driving this conflict, reflecting on the decline of the English stage and the moral implications surrounding the representations of vice in dramatizations. Kingsley emphasizes the need for critical examination of historical sources to understand the dynamics at play, arguing that Puritan opposition to theatrical works stemmed from a genuine concern over moral decay rather than mere fanaticism. This sets the stage for an exploration of both artistic expression and the ethical ramifications it carries in a changing society.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Plays and Puritans
- Author credits: Kingsley, Charles (1819–1875)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- History
- Theater -- Great Britain -- History
- Theater -- Moral and ethical aspects
- Theater -- Religious aspects
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- Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
- Category: History - British
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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