Parallel Passages Between Shakespeare And The Bible

By James Rees

Book Overview

Parallel Passages Between Shakespeare And The Bible by James Rees is a fascinating exploration of the connections between the works of William Shakespeare and the Bible. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the ways in which Shakespeare drew on biblical stories and themes in his plays, and the second part exploring how the Bible has influenced the language and imagery of Shakespeare's works.Throughout the book, Rees provides numerous examples of parallel passages between Shakespeare and the Bible, highlighting the similarities and differences between the two. He also delves into the cultural and historical context in which both Shakespeare and the Bible were written, shedding light on the ways in which these two great works of literature have shaped our understanding of the world.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the connections between literature and religion. Overall, Parallel Passages Between Shakespeare And The Bible is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on two of the most important works of Western literature.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Shakespeare and the Bible, by James Rees. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128687.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: 1425357628
• ISBN13: 9781425357627
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"