Drama and entertainment in Peebles in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries

Williamson, E. (2000) Drama and entertainment in Peebles in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Medieval English Theatre, 22, pp. 127-144.

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Abstract

This article examines drama and entertainment in Peebles as evidenced by the fifteenth and sixteenth century burgh records together with literary evidence. Particular focus is directed to the career of John Morchoson, 'abbot of unrest', and to the poem 'Peblis to the Play'.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Williamson, Dr Eila
Authors: Williamson, E.
Subjects:D History General and Old World > DA Great Britain
G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GT Manners and customs
G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure
P Language and Literature > PN Literature (General)
College/School:College of Arts & Humanities > School of Humanities > Celtic and Gaelic
Journal Name:Medieval English Theatre
ISSN:0143-3784

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