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"Oberon's Henchman; Or The Legend of The Three Sisters" by Matthew Gregory Lewis: A Critical Edition

Abstract

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<p>This thesis provides a critical edition of M.G. Lewis's "Oberon's Henchman" with an introduction to the text that recontextualizes the poem within its historical milieu. The introduction also presents a critical reading of the text, arguing that Lewis's pastiche is a carefully orchestrated, respectfully playful synthesis of source material which redefines the nature of the spirit world on his own terms. In addition to this background and critical information, this edition provides tools for the reader's comprehension and analysis of the poem: a character guide, synopses presented both chronologically and in order of occurrence within the ballad, extensive notes and glosses to guide and enhance the reader's understanding, and appendices to supplement the reading.</p>

Degree

thesis:*
Name thesis:degree_name
Master of Arts in English (M.A.)
Level thesis:degree_level
Thesis (open access)
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
Department of Literature and Philosophy
Year dc:date.available
2011

Author and committee

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Author dc:creator
  • Waddell, Erin
Contributors dc:contributor
  • John Thomas Lloyd
  • Mary A. Villeponteaux

Subjects

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Identifiers

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Repository record dc:identifier
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etd/182
OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu:etd-1182

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citation

Waddell, Erin. "Oberon's Henchman; Or The Legend of The Three Sisters" by Matthew Gregory Lewis: A Critical Edition. Thesis (open access) thesis, 2011. https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etd/182