In this new offering from Stanley Wells, the pre-eminent Shakespearian
scholar, comes a Very Short Introduction to the life and writings of
the world's greatest and best-known dramatists: William Shakespeare.
Looking at his early life and education, Wells explores Shakespeare's
social and intellectual background and the literary traditions on
which Shakespeare drew. Examining the theatres and theatrical
profession of the time, he 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, Wells 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. Written with enthusiasm and flair by a scholar
who has devoted a lifetime to the study of Shakespeare and his works,
this is an engaging and authoritative introduction. ABOUT THE SERIES:
The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press
contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These
pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject
quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new
ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics
highly readable.
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ISBN
9780191028694
Publisert
2019
Utgiver
Vendor
OUP Oxford
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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