Publisher's Synopsis
Falstaff and Equity: An Interpretation is a book written by Charles Edward Phelps and first published in 1901. The book is a critical analysis of the character of Sir John Falstaff, a fictional character in William Shakespeare's plays Henry IV, Part 1 and Part 2, and The Merry Wives of Windsor. Phelps argues that Falstaff embodies the principle of equity, which is a legal concept that refers to fairness and justice. He argues that Falstaff's actions and behavior in the plays are not only humorous but also represent a challenge to the traditional notions of justice and morality. Phelps uses a variety of literary and historical sources to support his interpretation of Falstaff as a symbol of equity. The book is considered a seminal work in Shakespearean criticism and has been widely studied and debated by scholars and readers alike.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.
