 First edition | |
| Author | Arthur Phillips |
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| Language | English |
| Publisher | Random House |
Publication date | April 27, 2011 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
| Pages | 368 pp |
| ISBN | 0-8129-7792-0 |
The Tragedy of Arthur is a 2011 novel by the American author Arthur Phillips. The narrative concerns the publication of a recently discovered Arthurian play attributed to William Shakespeare, which the main narrator, "Arthur Phillips", believes to be a forgery produced by his father. It was published by Random House.
The book takes the form of an edition of the play The Tragedy of Arthur, along with an extensive introduction and footnotes by Phillips, and additional notes by the publishers who argue for the play's authenticity. The introduction also serves as a memoir of the protagonist as he tells the story of his family and their connection to the apocryphal text.
Critics have reviewed the book positively. It was shortlisted for the International Dublin Literary Award.[1]
- ^ "IMPAC Dublin Literary Award shortlist announced", December 4, 2012