The Myth of Rome in Shakespeare and His Contemporaries

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The book offers insightful comparisons between Shakespeare's Roman plays and those of Elizabethan and Jacobean playwrights, such as Jonson and Massinger. It explores themes, character development, and stylistic elements, highlighting the influences and contrasts among these dramatists. Through detailed analysis, it reveals how Shakespeare's work interacts with and diverges from his contemporaries, enriching the understanding of the theatrical landscape of the period.