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Shakespeare in a Divided America

By James Shapiro

Shakespeare in a Divided America Contemporary literature

Shakespeare in a Divided America

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A BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week 'Excellent.' New Statesman 'Outstanding.' Irish Times 'Enthralling.' Guardian 'Shapiro at his best.' Daily Telegraph From the author of 1599, a fresh perspective on the history of the United States - and a timely reminder of Shakespeare's indelible influence. Shakespeare's position as England's national poet is unquestionable. But as James Shapiro illuminates in this revelatory new history, Shakespeare has long held an essential place in American culture too. Why, though, would a proudly independent republic embrace England's greatest writer? Especially when his works enact so many of America's darkest nightmares: interracial marriage, cross-dressing, same-sex love, tyranny and assassination? Shapiro leads us to fascinating answers and startling stories.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
320
Release Date:
2021-02-04
Publication Date:
2021-02-04
Publisher:
Faber & Faber
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0571338895
ISBN13:
9780571338894
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
250 g
Height:
132 cm
Width:
198 cm
Thickness:
22 cm
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