
William Shakespeare
by:
Peter Holland
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 019921283X
ISBN 13: 9780199212835
Publication date:
June 18th, 2007
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Pages: 147
Genres: History
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.