Falstaff and Other Shakespearean Topics

By Albert Harris Tolman

Book Overview

Falstaff and Other Shakespearean Topics is a book written by Albert H. Tolman, which explores various themes and characters from the plays of William Shakespeare. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different topic related to Shakespeare's works.The first section of the book is dedicated to Falstaff, one of Shakespeare's most beloved characters. Tolman analyzes Falstaff's role in the plays Henry IV, Part 1 and Part 2, as well as his appearance in The Merry Wives of Windsor. Through his analysis, Tolman provides insights into Falstaff's character and his significance in Shakespeare's works.The second section of the book focuses on Shakespeare's use of language and wordplay. Tolman examines the use of puns, metaphors, and other literary devices in Shakespeare's plays, and how they contribute to the overall meaning and impact of the works.The third section of the book explores various themes that appear throughout Shakespeare's plays, such as love, death, and the supernatural. Tolman provides examples from multiple plays to illustrate how these themes are developed and explored by Shakespeare.Overall, Falstaff and Other Shakespearean Topics is a comprehensive analysis of Shakespeare's works, providing readers with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the plays and their significance in literature.1925. A collection of articles with Chapter headings that include: ""Why did Shakespeare create Falstaff?; Drunkenness in Shakespeare's Plays; The Epic Character of Henry V; Studies in King Lear and Julius Caesar; and more.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: 141793669X
• ISBN13: 9781417936694
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"