Shakespeare and the Book

Focusing on the evolution of Shakespeare's works, the book explores their transformation from performance scripts to literary texts and their rise as central figures in the English literary canon. Kastan delves into the motivations of Shakespeare's early publishers and the contradictions of the eighteenth century, where adaptations thrived alongside scholarly efforts to preserve original texts. Additionally, it highlights the potential of electronic media to engage new audiences with Shakespeare's legacy, making significant contributions to textual scholarship and drama theory.