Shakespeare and Classical Antiquity

Autor*innen

• Colin Burrow

Parameter

• 304 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Kritik
• Literarische Kritik
• Sachliteratur

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The book delves into Shakespeare's classical education, challenging Ben Jonson's assertion about his limited knowledge of Latin and Greek. It explores the playwright's evolving engagement with classical texts throughout his career, highlighting the depth and significance of his learning. By analyzing Shakespeare's interactions with antiquity, the work sheds light on the influence of classical literature on his writing and the broader implications for understanding his literary contributions.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• Einband: Hardcover