Justice delays revenge-The Spanish Tragedy and revenge tradition
Author
Kükner, Erhan
Advisor
Çalışkan, Hamit
Date
1991Publisher
Bilkent University
Language
English
Type
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Abstract
The Spanish T r a g e d v . one of the best examples of
English Renaissance drama, contributed towards the
establishment of the revenge tragedy genre, which gained
popularity in the years to come. Kyd in this play not only
indicates that when the law is unjust, man will resort to
revenge; but also demonstrates that a citizen should obey the
ruler and regard revenge as a revolt against the state. Tl-is
play tells the story of Hieronimo, who expects the murderer^
of his son to be punished. However, Hieronimo gradually
discovers that the institutions of justice are useless and
therefore takes revenge. His belief in justice and religious
ban on revenge prevent him from taking his revenge. To emphasize
this point this thesis will focus on the tradition of revenge;
point out the connection between the k i n g ’s authority and
revenge; and demonstrate how Hieronimo takes revenge.
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