Berger, Arthur Asa
Shakespeare's
- ISBN 13:
- 9781839984983
- author:
- Berger, Arthur Asa
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Anthem Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 108
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, Drama,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors: A Psycho-Semiotic Analysis by Arthur Asa Berger offers a unique analysis of one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies. This book uses semiotics and psychoanalytic theory to examine the play's techniques for creating humor, providing a deeper understanding of how comedy works. Berger explores the fundamental theories of humor, known as why theories, and applies them to specific events in the play. He also identifies 45 key techniques that contribute to comedic effects. By combining these approaches, Berger provides a detailed analysis of The Comedy of Errors, shedding new light on this enduring Shakespearean work. This book is an ideal choice for anyone interested in literary criticism, comedy theory, or Shakespeare studies.