During Shakespeare's lifetime, John Lyly was repeatedly described as the central figure in contemporary English literature. This book takes that claim seriously, asking how and why Lyly was considered
Engaging with histories of the book and of reading, as well as with studies of material culture, this volume explores a€?popularitya€? in early modern English writings. Is a€?populara€? best described
During Shakespeare's lifetime, John Lyly was repeatedly described as the central figure in contemporary English literature. This book takes that claim seriously, asking how and why Lyly was considered