Publisher's Synopsis

First published in 1952. An invaluable introduction to Shakespeare, this book places Shakespeare's work and criticism against the background of Elizabethan life in its historical, social, political, religious, linguistic and literary aspects. Contents include: The Problem of Interpretation; Shakespeare at Work; Man and Society; Man and the Universe; The Inner Life.

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Routledge

Routledge

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Book information

ISBN: 9780415353014
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Routledge
Pub date:
Edition: 1st edition
DEWEY: 822.33
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 190
Weight: 498g
Height: 216mm
Width: 138mm
Spine width: 20mm