William Shakespeare And Robert Greene: The Evidence (1912)

By William Hall Chapman and William H. Chapman Nyaho

Book Overview

William Shakespeare and Robert Greene: The Evidence is a book written by William Hall Chapman and published in 1912. The book is a detailed analysis of the relationship between William Shakespeare and Robert Greene, two prominent figures in the Elizabethan literary world. Chapman presents evidence to support the theory that Shakespeare was influenced by Greene's work and that Greene may have even been a mentor to the young playwright. The book includes a discussion of Greene's attacks on Shakespeare in his pamphlet ""Groats-Worth of Wit"" as well as an examination of the similarities between Greene's plays and those of Shakespeare. Chapman also discusses the historical context of the Elizabethan era, including the rivalry between playwrights and the growing popularity of the theater. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating look into the literary world of Shakespeare's time. Overall, William Shakespeare and Robert Greene: The Evidence is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespearean scholarship or the history of English literature. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between two important figures in the Elizabethan literary world and sheds light on the influences that shaped Shakespeare's work.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: 1165775018
• ISBN13: 9781165775019
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"