Shakespeare's Books

By H.R.D. Andes

Book Overview

Shakespeare's Books by H.R.D. Andes is a comprehensive study of the books that influenced William Shakespeare's writing. The book delves into the literary and cultural context of Shakespeare's time, exploring the books that were available to him and the ways in which he may have used them in his plays and poems. The author examines a wide range of works, including classical literature, contemporary plays, and popular ballads and pamphlets. The book also includes detailed analyses of specific plays, such as Hamlet and Othello, and their relationship to the books that Shakespeare may have read. With its meticulous research and insightful commentary, Shakespeare's Books is an essential resource for anyone interested in the literary and historical context of Shakespeare's work.A dissertation on Shakespeare's reading and the immediate sources of his works. Shakespeare and the classics; Modern continental literature; English non-dramatic polite literature; English drama; Popular literature; Bible and the Prayer Book; Shakespeare's earth and heaven; Additional Notes.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: 1162578211
• ISBN13: 9781162578217
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"