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Katherine Howard
William Nicholson
Anne Boleyn
by Howard Brenton
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the unique portrayal of Anne Boleyn, focusing on her dedication to religious reform and complex relationships. Many find the play engaging, witty, and refreshingly different from other renditions of her story. Some notes suggest pacing issues in dialogue, particularly in the scenes between Anne and Henry, but overall, the play garners more praise than criticism.
Unique perspective on Anne Boleyn Engaging and witty dialogue Strong character portrayals Interesting historical insights Pacing issues in some dialogues Some scenes felt unnatural
Synopsis
Traditionally seen as either the pawn of an ambitious family maneuvered into the King's bed or as a predator manipulating her way to power, Anneand her ghostare seen in a very different light in Howard Brenton's epic play.
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Publication
Publisher Nick Hern Books
Year 2011
Binding Paperback
Edition Edition Unstated
Pages 128
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9781848420991
ISBN-10 1848420994
eISBN-13 9781780010212
LCCN 2010534825
LCC PR6052.R426 A64 2010
DCC 822.914
Anne Boleyn is a British historical play written by Howard Brenton and published by Nick Hern Books in London (2011).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books (eISBN 9781780010212).
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