New Ways of Looking at Old Texts presents a collection of essays from the Renaissance English Text Society (RETS) conferences held between 1992 and 1996. These papers offer fresh perspectives on the study and interpretation of Renaissance texts. Leading scholars explore various aspects of textual criticism, literary history, and the cultural contexts that shaped the literature of the period. From examining editorial practices to re-evaluating canonical works, this volume provides valuable insights for students and scholars of English Renaissance literature. The essays delve into questions of authorship, readership, and the transmission of texts, shedding light on the complexities of interpreting early modern writings. "New Ways of Looking at Old Texts" represents a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue surrounding Renaissance literature and its enduring relevance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.