A Sketch Of Shakespeare (1879)

A Sketch Of Shakespeare (1879)

William Leighton

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9781436751155
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A Sketch of Shakespeare is a book written by William Leighton in 1879. The book provides an overview of the life and works of William Shakespeare, the famous playwright and poet from the Elizabethan era. Leighton delves into the historical context of Shakespeare’s time, including the political and social climate, as well as the literary influences that shaped his writing. The book also explores the themes and motifs that are present in Shakespeare’s plays, such as love, tragedy, and comedy. Leighton provides a critical analysis of some of Shakespeare’s most famous works, including Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and Hamlet. Additionally, the book includes biographical information about Shakespeare, including his upbringing, education, and personal life. Overall, A Sketch of Shakespeare is a comprehensive guide to the life and works of one of the greatest writers in the English language.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.

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