Shakspeare and His Times [Vol. 1 of 2] by Nathan Drake
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| Author | Drake, Nathan, 1766-1836 |
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| Title |
Shakspeare and His Times [Vol. 1 of 2] Including the Biography of the Poet; criticisms on his genius and writings; a new chronology of his plays; a disquisition on the on the object of his sonnets; and a history of the manners, customs, and amusements, superstitions, poetry, and elegant literature of his age |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Shakspeare and His Times [Vol. 1 of 2]" by Nathan Drake is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work offers a comprehensive exploration of the life and environment of William Shakespeare, situating him within the cultural, social, and literary context of his time. The focus is not only on Shakespeare's biography but also on the customs, superstitions, and artistic life of his era, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the influences that shaped his works. The opening of the volume provides an eloquent preface that succinctly defines the author's intent. Nathan Drake emphasizes the historical significance of Shakespeare and the absence of a thorough examination of his times from his perspective. He lights upon the structure of the exploration, planned in three distinct parts: "Shakspeare in Stratford," reflecting on the poet's youth; "Shakspeare in London," detailing his rise as a playwright; and "Shakspeare in Retirement," which covers his later years. The introduction establishes a narrative framework, inviting readers to consider how these diverse contexts impact their understanding of Shakespeare not merely as a playwright but as a figure deeply embedded in the social fabric of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Subject | Dramatists, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography |
| Subject | English literature -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Homes and haunts -- England |
| Subject | England -- Civilization -- 16th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53625 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 156 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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