William Shakespeare
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Format
Paperback
Pages
147
Language
English
Published
Jun 18, 2007
Publisher
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
019921283X
ISBN-13
9780199212835
Description
This book delves into the life and works of William Shakespeare, exploring his profound impact on literature and culture. Peter Holland takes readers on a journey through the playwright's formative years, the historical context of his writing, and the groundbreaking themes he tackled in his plays and poems.
Holland’s engaging narrative illuminates Shakespeare's evolution as a writer, his artistic influences, and the legacy he left behind. By examining the socio-political climate of Elizabethan England, readers gain a deeper understanding of the challenges Shakespeare faced and how they shaped his masterpieces, making this exploration both enlightening and captivating.
Holland’s engaging narrative illuminates Shakespeare's evolution as a writer, his artistic influences, and the legacy he left behind. By examining the socio-political climate of Elizabethan England, readers gain a deeper understanding of the challenges Shakespeare faced and how they shaped his masterpieces, making this exploration both enlightening and captivating.
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