Laoutaris, Chris

Shakespeare's Book: The Intertwined Lives Behind the First Folio

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ISBN 13:: 9780008238384
author:: Laoutaris, Chris
format:: Hardback
publisher:: William Collins
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 560
Dimensions:: 24 x 15.9 x 4.9 centimetres (0.5
Genre:: Biography, Literary, Biography,
Condition:: New
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Shakespeare's Book: The Intertwined Lives Behind the First Folio by Chris Laoutaris is a meticulously researched exploration of the creation of the First Folio, the 400-year-old collection of Shakespeare's plays that has shaped our understanding of his works. Against the turbulent backdrop of seismic political events and international tensions, Dr Laoutaris uncovers the friendships, bonds, social ties, and professional networks that facilitated the production of this iconic book. The author sheds light on the personal challenges, tragedies, and dangers that threatened its completion, as well as how Shakespeare himself may have influenced the ways in which his public identity was enshrined in the First Folio. This fascinating study reveals the intricate web of relationships and events that led to the creation of a work that has endured for centuries. By examining the lives of those involved in creating the First Folio, Laoutaris provides a unique insight into the transmission of Shakespeare's legacy and how our understanding of his works has been shaped over time.

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