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Shakespeare

By John Blades

Shakespeare Contemporary literature

Shakespeare

By John Blades

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The History plays established Shakespeare's reputation as an enormously popular and dramatic storyteller, demonstrating his skill in drawing such astonishing characters as Richard III and Sir John Falstaff. Featuring detailed analyses of extracts, John Blades guides the student through four of Shakespeare's most compelling Histories. Part I of this stimulating study: . provides clear and engaging close readings of passages from Richard II, Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, and Richard III . examines major themes, characters, language and Shakespeare's dramatic techniques . offers suggestions for further work and summarizes the methods of analysis. Part II supplies essential background material, including: . a detailed survey of Shakespeare's literary and historical contexts . samples of criticism from leading scholars. With a helpful Glossary and Further Reading section, this lucid study is ideal for anyone who wishes to appreciate and explore the remarkable writing of Shakespeare's History plays for themselves.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
276
Release Date:
2013-10-30
Publication Date:
2017-07-13
Publisher:
Red Globe Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0230299598
ISBN13:
9780230299597
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
424 g
Height:
156 cm
Width:
234 cm
Thickness:
15 cm
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