Bible Sidelights From Shakespeare (1913)

By William Burgess

Book Overview

Bible Sidelights From Shakespeare is a book written by William Burgess and published in 1913. The book explores the connections between the Bible and the works of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in history. Burgess examines the biblical references and allusions in Shakespeare's plays and sonnets, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the religious themes and motifs that permeate his works. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Shakespeare's writing, such as the use of biblical language, the portrayal of biblical characters, and the depiction of religious rituals. Burgess also discusses the historical context in which Shakespeare wrote and how his works reflect the religious and cultural beliefs of his time. Bible Sidelights From Shakespeare is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between literature and religion and is an essential read for anyone interested in Shakespeare's works or the Bible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116642703X
• ISBN13: 9781166427030
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"