In:
Renaissance Quarterly, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 55, No. 3 ( 2002), p. 969-1004
Abstract:
This essay proposes that Fulke Greville structured A Dedication to Sir Philip Sidney according to the principles of the Ancient Constitution. Greville departs from the standard view of Sidney in the early seventeenth century as a primarily literary figures by constructing his late friend as an avatar of the Ancient Constitution, and views Elizabeth and Essex in the same light. Greville’s redefinition of all three as exemplars of English constitutionalism directly results from the controversies surrounding James’ increasing absolutism. However, the question remains as to why in 1652 a Royalist would publish such a text, and the answer lies in how shifting political circumstances alters the interpretation of texts.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0034-4338
,
1935-0236
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
2002
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1493220-9
detail.hit.zdb_id:
203782-8
SSG:
8
SSG:
7,12
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