The Poetry Of Shakespeare As Derived From The Bible

The Poetry Of Shakespeare As Derived From The Bible

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The Poetry of Shakespeare as Derived from the Bible is a book written by Charles Wordsworth. The book explores the influence of the Bible on the works of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights and poets in history. The author argues that Shakespeare's works were deeply rooted in biblical themes, stories, and language. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific play or poem by Shakespeare. The author provides a detailed analysis of the biblical references and allusions in each work, highlighting the ways in which Shakespeare drew on the Bible to create his characters, themes, and language. The book also includes a discussion of the historical and cultural context in which Shakespeare lived and worked, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the influences that shaped his writing. Overall, The Poetry of Shakespeare as Derived from the Bible is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between two of the greatest literary works in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespeare, the Bible, or the history of literature.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Shakespeare's Knowledge and Use of the Bible, by Charles Wordsworth. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417919167.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781425478971
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 48
Weight: 131g
Height: 279mm
Width: 209mm
Spine width: 2mm