The Duchess of Malfi is one of the major tragedies of the early modern period & remains popular in the theatre as well as in the classroom The story of the Duchess's secret marriage & the cruel revenge of her brothers has fascinated & appalled audiences for centuries This new Arden edition offers readers a comprehensive illustrated introduction to the play's historical critical & performance history The text is modernised & edited to the highest scholarly standards with textual notes & commentary notes on the same page for ease of reference This is the lead title in the launch of The Arden Early Modern Drama Series a series which offers all the depth & quality of thinking long associated with the Arden The edition will be valued by students teachers & theatre professionals