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Notes to Shakespeare
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ISBN13: 9781022911543
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 146
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Dive into the brilliant mind of Samuel Johnson with Notes to Shakespeare, Vol. 1: Comedies, a seminal work of Shakespearean criticism. This volume, focused entirely on Shakespeare's comedic plays, offers insightful commentary and interpretation from one of the most respected literary figures in English history.
Explore Johnson's detailed analysis of Shakespeare's wit, character development, and enduring dramatic techniques. A cornerstone of English literature scholarship, this book provides a fascinating window into the Bard's genius as seen through the eyes of a keen observer. Essential for students, scholars, and anyone with a passion for Shakespeare, this meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to engage directly with Johnson's timeless observations on the comedies that continue to delight audiences centuries later. Discover why Shakespeare remains a touchstone of world literature, as illuminated by Samuel Johnson's astute and engaging criticism.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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