Shakespeare
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Anthony Burgess
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Anthony Burgess's "Shakespeare" presents a compelling biographical account of the Bard, offering a vivid portrait of his life, times, and the cultural milieu that shaped his unparalleled literary output. This scholarly yet accessible work meticulously reconstructs Shakespeare's journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to the bustling theatrical world of Elizabethan London, examining his personal relationships, professional struggles, and the evolution of his dramatic genius. Burgess, a celebrated novelist and critic himself, brings a unique perspective to the subject, illuminating the enduring power and relevance of Shakespeare's plays and poetry. It is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of one of history's most influential writers.
Author: Anthony Burgess
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Anthony Burgess's "Shakespeare" presents a compelling biographical account of the Bard, offering a vivid portrait of his life, times, and the cultural milieu that shaped his unparalleled literary output. This scholarly yet accessible work meticulously reconstructs Shakespeare's journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to the bustling theatrical world of Elizabethan London, examining his personal relationships, professional struggles, and the evolution of his dramatic genius. Burgess, a celebrated novelist and critic himself, brings a unique perspective to the subject, illuminating the enduring power and relevance of Shakespeare's plays and poetry. It is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of one of history's most influential writers.