Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2009
Publication Title
Medieval and Renaissance Drama in England
Keywords
Samuel Brandon, Christian stoicism, stoicism, English literature, tragicomedy, 16th century, Rome, Marc Antony, Cleopatra, women in literature, English drama
Abstract
This article reports on the play "The Virtuous Octavia," by Samuel Brandon, and the role of women in it. The article discusses the play in relation to the feminine ideal of the Christian Stoic, noting its role as a model for women in literature and drama. Information is also provided on constancy, suffering, and verse.
Recommended Citation
Bruce, Yvonne, "'That Which Marreth All': Constancy and Gender in The Virtuous Octavia" (2009). English Faculty Publications. 86.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/cleng_facpub/86
Version
Preprint
Publisher's Statement
This work remains under copyright © 2009 Medieval and Renaissance Drama in England, Colgate University, http://www.colgate.edu/academics/departments-and-programs/english/medieval-renaissance-drama
