Overview

Based on solid research and clear explanations, this book provides a thorough and up-to-date analysis of 10 key facts and fictions regarding the life and works of William Shakespeare. Shakespeare is perhaps the most famous author in world literature. His works have attracted tremendous critical and historical attention, and the world in which he lived has been the subject of hundreds if not thousands of books. But for all the attention given to Shakespeare and his world, arguments continue about what we can say for sure concerning his life and works. This book brings a unique perspective to the ongoing fascination and debate over the life and works of the most renowned writer of all time. The book focuses on 10 separate key issues, including Shakespeare's sexuality, his religion, his marriage and family, his education, and the vexing ""authorship question."" Each chapter treats a particular topic and provides a section on what people think happened, how the story developed, and what we now believe is the historical truth. This book looks objectively and closely at evidence to provide the most likely explanations for questions that cannot be definitively answered. Using historical primary source documents, it gives readers the clearest possible view of endlessly fascinating topics.

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Author:   Douglas J. King (Gannon University, USA)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Imprint:   Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9798765129630

Pages:   232
Publication Date:   25 July 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Educational: Primary & Secondary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Preface Introduction 1. William Shakespeare Was Not the Author of the Works We Know as Shakespeare's 2. Shakespeare Was Homosexual or Bisexual 3. Shakespeare Was Secretly Roman Catholic 4. Shakespeare Was Poorly Educated 5. Shakespeare Rejected His Wife and Family 6. Shakespeare's Plays Were All Recycled and Not Original 7. Shakespeare Was a Solitary Genius Whose Talents Cannot Be Explained 8. Shakespeare, His Colleagues, and His Audiences Saw Tragedies as More Important Than Comedies 9. Shakespeare's Plays Are Elite and His Old English Is Incomprehensible for Contemporary Readers and Audiences 10. To Give Audiences the Most Authentic Experience Possible, Shakespeare's Plays Should Be Produced with Renaissance Costumes and Staging Bibliography Index

Reviews

"""Collections supporting literature and drama programs as well as those serving Shakespeare aficionados will want to add this one to their reference repertories."" --Booklist ""An ideal ready-reference guide to understanding one of the greatest--and most popular--writers of all time, and a valuable guide for general readers, from middle school through college."" --Library Journal ""Recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates; instructors; general readers."" --Choice"

Author Information

Douglas J. King is associate professor of English at Gannon University, where he teaches courses in Shakespeare, film, and drama. His previous books include Shakespeare: The Tragedies.

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