William Shakespeare : a very short introduction / Stanley Wells

Author: Wells, Stanley, 1930-
Published: [Oxford] : Oxford University Press, 2015.
Physical Description: 1 online resource : illustrations (black and white).

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Very short introductions

Summary

Looking at his early life and education, this title explores Shakespeare's social and intellectual background and the literary traditions on which he drew. Examining the theatres and theatrical profession of the time, it also considers how Shakespeare experienced this world, both as an actor and as a writer. Examining Shakespeare's narrative poems, sonnets, and all of his plays, this VSI outlines their sources, style, and originality over the course of Shakespeare's career, to consider the fundamental impact his work has had for subsequent generations.

Subject(s)

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616—Criticism and interpretation

ISBN

9780191788048 (ebook)

Bibliography Note

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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