A Short History of English Literature, Volume 2

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Focusing on the evolution of English drama, this volume explores the Elizabethan era, highlighting the contributions of the University Wits and the dramatic works of Christopher Marlowe and Shakespeare. It serves as a guidebook rather than a comprehensive study, offering curated historical facts and critical interpretations from notable Renaissance scholars. The latter section introduces modern theoretical approaches, including psychoanalysis and deconstruction, to reinterpret five of Shakespeare's plays, encouraging fresh perspectives on his work.