{"title":"Elizabeth Cary","description":"\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Cary’s works, including \u003cem\u003eThe Tragedy of Mariam\u003c\/em\u003e, offer a compelling glimpse into early modern drama with rich themes of power, gender, and morality. Readers can explore her intricate characterisations and thought-provoking narratives that continue to resonate within the Arts \u0026amp; Culture sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer writing balances poetic elegance with intense emotional depth, making her a significant voice in historical literature. This collection invites readers to engage with timeless questions through the lens of Cary’s vivid and dramatic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-tragedy-of-mariam-by-elizabeth-cary-9781904271598","title":"The Tragedy of Mariam","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Tragedy of Mariam, the Fair Queen of Jewry\u003c\/i\u003e is a Jacobean closet drama by Elizabeth Tanfield Cary. First published in 1613, it was the first work by a woman to be published under her real name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNever performed during Cary's lifetime, and apparently never intended for performance, the Senecan revenge tragedy tells the story of Mariam, the second wife of Herod. The play exposes and explores the themes of sex, divorce, betrayal, murder, and Jewish society under Herod's tyrannous rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe comprehensive, illustrated introduction discusses the play in the context of closet drama, female dramatists and in terms of the religious issues it explores, viewing Mariam as a martyr figure. The on-page commentary notes provide further close analysis and explanation, creating an ideal edition for study and teaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471832563948,"sku":"9781904271598","price":40.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/bb731874d4cf898326ea121e4712affa.jpg?v=1775693964"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/elizabeth-cary.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}