The School of Night
A Study in the Literary Relationships of Sir Walter Ralegh

This 1936 book discusses Sir Walter Raleigh's connection to the intellectual environment of his time.

M. C. Bradbrook (Author)

9780521248129, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 9 June 2011

200 pages
20 x 12.7 x 1.2 cm, 0.22 kg

Originally published in 1936, this book provides a concise discussion of Sir Walter Raleigh's connection to the intellectual environment of his time. It analyses Raleigh's position as the focal point for 'The School of Night', a speculated group of literary, philosophical and scientific figures including prominent individuals such as Christopher Marlowe, George Chapman and Thomas Herriot. Whilst there is no firm evidence for the existence of a clearly defined 'School', this remains a thoughtful and rigorous study. It contextualises the development of new ideas during the time, and reveals the close connection between literature and theoretical developments in other areas. A fascinating book, it will be of value to anyone with an interest in the cultural atmosphere of the English Renaissance.

Preface
1. The school of night: the story
2. The school of night: the men
3. The school of night: the doctrine
4. Sir Walter Ralegh: courtier and court poet
5. Marlowe
6. Chapman
7. Shakespeare, the school and Nashe
Notes
Index.

Subject Areas: Literary studies: general [DSB]