Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, Beaumont And Fletcher: Notes And Lectures

By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Book Overview

Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, Beaumont And Fletcher: Notes And Lectures is a book by Samuel Taylor Coleridge that provides an in-depth analysis of the works of William Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, and the duo of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher. The book is a collection of Coleridge's notes and lectures on the plays of these renowned playwrights.In this book, Coleridge explores the themes, characters, and literary techniques employed by these playwrights in their works. He provides a critical analysis of their plays, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. Coleridge's extensive knowledge of the English language and literature makes this book a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the works of these great playwrights.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different playwright. The first part covers Shakespeare's plays, including Hamlet, Othello, and Macbeth. The second part focuses on Ben Jonson's plays, such as Volpone and The Alchemist. The final part examines the plays of Beaumont and Fletcher, including The Maid's Tragedy and Philaster.Overall, Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, Beaumont And Fletcher: Notes And Lectures is a comprehensive study of the works of some of the most influential playwrights in English literature. Coleridge's insightful analysis and commentary make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of English drama.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: 1432548638
• ISBN13: 9781432548636
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"