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Kenneth Muir

    Kenneth Arthur Muir was een vooraanstaand literatuurwetenschapper en auteur, gevierd om zijn diepgaande bijdragen aan Shakespeare-studies en het Engelse Renaissancetheater. Zijn werk duikt in de ingewikkelde nuances van klassieke teksten en biedt een inzichtelijke analyse die hun blijvende betekenis belicht.

    King Lear. A Critical Study
    Macbeth
    King Lear
    Aspects of King Lear
    Aspects of Othello
    The Sources of Shakespeare's Plays
    • The Sources of Shakespeare's Plays

      • 330bladzijden
      • 12 uur lezen
      5,0(2)Tarief

      Set in a richly detailed world, this novel explores the complexities of human relationships and societal norms. Through its vivid characters, the story delves into themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, offering a profound commentary on the human condition. The narrative is interwoven with historical elements that enhance the depth of the plot, making it a timeless read. Its engaging prose and thought-provoking insights invite readers to reflect on their own lives and the choices they make.

      The Sources of Shakespeare's Plays
    • Aspects of Othello

      • 140bladzijden
      • 5 uur lezen
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      This collection features authoritative essays from renowned Shakespeare scholars, focusing on the themes, characters, and interpretations of Othello. It serves as a comprehensive analysis that enhances understanding of the play's complexities and its place within Shakespeare's body of work. The companion volume on Macbeth complements this exploration, allowing for comparative insights into both tragedies.

      Aspects of Othello
    • This volume brings together nine essays on King Lear by distinguished scholars, all of which were first published in Shakespeare Survey, the leading journal devoted to Shakespeare studies. A retrospective survey of criticism from 1934 to the present is followed by studies of the play's style and discussion of its background, meaning and theatrical presentation.

      Aspects of King Lear
    • King Lear

      • 176bladzijden
      • 7 uur lezen
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      Love and hate, loyalty and treachery, cruelty and self-sacrifice: all these contend in a tempestuous drama which has become an enduring classic of the world's literature.

      King Lear
    • Macbeth

      • 163bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen
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      Leicht gekürzte Textausgaben mit Einführung (Shakespeare - his life, his works, his stage), Paraphrasen und ' Notes.'

      Macbeth
    • This is a critical study of Shakespeare's "King Lear" for "A" level students.

      King Lear. A Critical Study
    • Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It has been chosen by scholars for its importance, highlighting its role in shaping understanding and perspectives within a historical context.

      Last Periods of Shakespeare, Racine, Ibsen
    • Shakespeare's Sources

      Comedies and Tragedies

      • 296bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      Exploring the origins of Shakespeare's Comedies and Tragedies, this book delves into the sources that influenced his work while analyzing the dramatic choices he made in departing from those sources. It offers insights into the creative process behind Shakespeare's storytelling, highlighting the unique elements that distinguish his plays from their inspirations.

      Shakespeare's Sources
    • The Voyage to Illyria

      A New Study of Shakespeare

      • 254bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen

      The analysis emphasizes the interconnectedness of Shakespeare's works, advocating for a comparative study of his plays along with his poems and Sonnets. This approach reveals that understanding each play in relation to others enriches their meaning and significance, suggesting that a holistic view enhances appreciation of Shakespeare's artistry and thematic depth.

      The Voyage to Illyria