Each book in the "New Longman Literature" series provides the complete, original text and a full range of support materials. The study material includes: the writer on writing - a section by or about the writer, exploring the process of writing; an introduction; guidance on keeping a log; a National Curriculum study programme; and a glossary.

Webster's tragedy unfolds against a background of decadence and deception, established in the opening scenes of the play. The conversation and business of the court characters are lit up by shafts of satirical observation and brilliant, startling images. A level: WJEC; NEAB; OCR