Shakespearean Statistics (1874)

By Henry Thomas Hall

Book Overview

Shakespearean Statistics is a book written by Henry Thomas Hall and published in 1874. The book is a statistical analysis of the works of William Shakespeare, examining various aspects of his plays such as the frequency of certain words and phrases, the use of different types of verse, and the distribution of characters and scenes. Hall uses these statistics to draw conclusions about Shakespeare's writing style and to shed light on the themes and motifs that recur throughout his plays. The book is considered a pioneering work in the field of literary statistics and has been influential in shaping the way that scholars approach the study of literature. Overall, Shakespearean Statistics is a fascinating exploration of the language and structure of Shakespeare's plays, offering new insights into one of the greatest writers in the English language.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: 054889146X
• ISBN13: 9780548891469
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"