Thomas Kyd

Focusing on the life and works of Thomas Kyd, this study by Brian Vickers redefines Kyd's significance in Elizabethan drama. It not only examines his well-known plays, such as The Spanish Tragedy, but also introduces three newly attributed works: Arden of Faversham, King Leir, and Fair Em. Vickers supports these claims through evidence of thematic and linguistic similarities, highlighting Kyd's broader contributions to the genre, including his role in establishing domestic tragedy and influencing Shakespeare. The book provides a comprehensive reassessment of Kyd's legacy.