Lectures on the Dramatic Literature of the Age of Elizabeth - Couverture souple

Hazlitt, William

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 116264401X ISBN 13 : 9781162644011

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Lectures on the Dramatic Literature of the Age of Elizabeth is a book written by William Hazlitt that explores the dramatic works of the Elizabethan era. Hazlitt was a prominent literary critic of the 19th century, and in this book, he provides a comprehensive analysis of the plays and playwrights of the Elizabethan era, including William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, and Ben Jonson.The book is divided into a series of lectures, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Elizabethan drama. Hazlitt discusses the development of the Elizabethan theatre, the themes and characters of the plays, and the influence of classical literature on the works of the era. He also provides detailed analyses of individual plays, including Hamlet, Othello, and Doctor Faustus.Throughout the book, Hazlitt offers his own insights and opinions on the works of the Elizabethan playwrights, and he argues that their plays are still relevant and powerful today. He also provides historical context for the plays, discussing the political and social climate of the Elizabethan era and how it influenced the works of the playwrights.Overall, Lectures on the Dramatic Literature of the Age of Elizabeth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Elizabethan drama or literary criticism. Hazlitt's insights and analyses provide a deeper understanding of the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries, and his passion for the subject is evident throughout the book.1854. English essayist, Hazlitt's essays on Shakespeare and his Dramatic Literature of the Age of Elizabeth renewed enthusiasm for Elizabethan drama. He was one of the great masters of the miscellaneous essay, displaying a keen intellect, sensibility, and wide scope of interest and knowledge. His grandson is W. Carew Hazlitt the bibliographer. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 116264401X
• ISBN 13: 9781162644011
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 474
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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