Studies of Shakespeare: Forming a Companion Volume to Every Edition of the Text

By Charles Knight

Book Overview

""Studies of Shakespeare"" is a companion volume to every edition of Shakespeare's text, written by Charles Knight. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Shakespeare's works, including his plays, sonnets, and other writings. The author examines the themes, characters, and literary devices used by Shakespeare, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were written. The book is divided into sections that cover different aspects of Shakespeare's work, such as his use of language, his depiction of women, and his portrayal of history. The author also includes critical essays by other scholars, providing a range of perspectives on Shakespeare's work. ""Studies of Shakespeare"" is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the works of one of the greatest playwrights in English literature.1849. Knight, a strong believer in educating the masses, he devoted his life to writing, editing and publishing for the English middle- and working-class. The early Victorian period saw a sudden thirst for knowledge and Knight catered to this with a wide variety of books and periodical publications appealing to many tastes, while preserving intellectual integrity and depth of treatment. In Studies of Shakespeare Knight's notes to The Pictorial Edition of the Works of Shakespeare and The Library Shakespeare are brought together.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: 1162728949
• ISBN13: 9781162728940
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"