The History Of Our Shakespeare Club (1903)

By William Harris

Book Overview

""The History of Our Shakespeare Club"" is a book written by William Harris and published in 1903. The book is a detailed account of the Shakespeare Club, a literary society that was formed in Harris's hometown of Birmingham, England in the mid-19th century. The club was dedicated to the study and appreciation of the works of William Shakespeare, and its members included some of the most prominent figures in Birmingham's cultural scene.In the book, Harris provides a comprehensive history of the club, from its founding in 1851 to its dissolution in the late 19th century. He describes the club's meetings, which were held on a regular basis and featured readings and discussions of Shakespeare's plays and sonnets. He also discusses the club's various activities, including its annual Shakespearean festival, which was a popular event in Birmingham's cultural calendar.Throughout the book, Harris provides insights into the intellectual and cultural climate of Birmingham in the Victorian era. He also sheds light on the ways in which the study of Shakespeare was viewed and valued during this period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literary societies, the cultural history of Birmingham, or the study of Shakespeare in the 19th century.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: 110439314X
• ISBN13: 9781104393144
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"