The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (eBook)

All 213 Plays, Poems, Sonnets, Apocryphal Plays + The Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare by Sidney Lee

William Shakespeare (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
1424 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778378-7 (EAN)

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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare is a monumental collection that encapsulates the breadth of Shakespeare's genius across tragedy, comedy, and history. This compilation showcases his unparalleled mastery of the English language, nuanced characterizations, and exploration of universal themes such as love, power, and human folly. Written in the waves of the Elizabethan era, the plays reflect the socio-political landscape of the time, often intertwining historical events with timeless moral quandaries, while the sonnets reveal his deep introspections on beauty, time, and mortality through intricate poetic forms. Whether in the heart-wrenching verses of "Hamlet" or the playful wit of "A Midsummer Night'Äôs Dream," Shakespeare'Äôs adaptability across genres speaks to his profound understanding of the human condition. William Shakespeare, often hailed as the greatest playwright in the English language, was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon. His works were not only a product of his rich life experiences but also a reflection of cultural shifts during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Shakespeare's ability to draw from personal and societal influences'Äîalong with his collaborations with the Globe Theatre'Äîshaped a legacy of literary innovation that continues to resonate in contemporary storytelling. This complete anthology is essential for anyone seeking to delve into the intricacies of Shakespeare'Äôs mind and the profound societal reflections within his writings. Ideal for students, scholars, and lay readers alike, this collection invites you to engage with the timeless narratives and dramatic artistry that have influenced countless works of literature and remain relevant today.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Dramatik / Theater
• Schlagworte: bard of avon • Classic Literature • comedies of love • cultural legacy analysis • Elizabethan drama • Elizabethan literature • English playwrights • Hamplet • historical tragedy collection • human nature exploration • iambic pentameter mastery • Literary Canon • literary masterpieces • Macbeth • Much Ado About Nothing • Mythological influences • political ambition themes • Renaissance Drama • Renaissance Poetry • shakespearean plays • Shakespearean sonnets • shakespearean tragedy • The Tempest • tragic hero archetype