The History Detective Investigates: Tudor Theatre

The History Detective Investigates: Tudor Theatre

by Alan Childs (Author)

Synopsis

This book explores the importance of the theatre in Tudor times. Throughout the book, the canine history detective, Sherlock Bones, helps the reader find clues in newspapers, photographs, artefacts and other primary sources. These give the reader enough evidence to present a project on the Tudor theatre and to answer questions such as: Why and how did the Tudor theatre become important? What sort of people became actors? Why did they act? and, Who went to the theatre? Throughout the book, there are mysteries and puzzles to solve on these questions and more. Logically presented, with clear photos, this book includes colour artwork, glossary and index.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 14 Nov 2002

ISBN 10: 0750237384
ISBN 13: 9780750237383
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years

Media Reviews
'A comprehensive but accessible resource offering a refreshing take on Tudor life.' -- Junior Education 20020401 'Tudor Theatre is a stand-out title in this series, for its excellent dissection of theatrical life at the time of Shakespeare, Marlowe et al.' -- BBC History 20030103
Author Bio
Alan Childs has taught for thirty years in primary and middle schools, and organizes 'living history' projects for children. He published his first book in 1991, a Tudor spy story called 'Under the Rose'.