Soothsayers And Prophecies In Shakespeare's Plays

By L.W. Rogers

Soothsayers and Prophecies in Shakespeare's Plays by L.W. Rogers is a comprehensive analysis of the role of prophetic characters in the works of William Shakespeare. The book examines the various soothsayers and prophets in Shakespeare's plays, including characters such as the witches in Macbeth, the oracle in Julius Caesar, and the astrologer in King Lear. The author explores the ways in which these characters shape the plot and themes of the plays, and how they reflect the cultural and historical context in which they were written. Additionally, the book delves into the significance of prophecy and divination in Shakespeare's time, and how these beliefs influenced the playwright's work. Soothsayers and Prophecies in Shakespeare's Plays is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Shakespeare, as well as anyone interested in the history of divination and prophecy.THIS 16 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ghosts in Shakespeare, by L. W. Rogers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594971.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: 142530950X
• ISBN13: 9781425309503
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"