Canon of Thomas Middleton's Plays

Discover the intriguing world of Jacobean drama with Canon of Thomas Middleton's Plays by David J. Lake, published by Cambridge University Press in 2010. This comprehensive volume spans 364 pages and employs statistical analysis to address the complex issues of disputed authorship surrounding Middleton's works. Dr. Lake presents compelling evidence, demonstrating a remarkable 99 percent statistical confidence that the plays The Puritan and The Revenger's Tragedy were indeed crafted by Middleton himself, rather than any of his contemporaries in the early seventeenth century. This book is an essential read for scholars and enthusiasts of English drama, providing a fresh perspective on Middleton's contributions to literature and the historical context of his time. Delve into the rich tapestry of 17th-century drama and uncover the truths behind one of its most enigmatic figures.