Ackroyd, Peter
Shakespeare: The Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780749386559
- author:
- Ackroyd, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 560
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Peter Ackroyd's magisterial biography of Shakespeare is a masterful re-creation of the playwright's life, exploring the context of his world and the influences that shaped his work. By positioning Shakespeare within the social, cultural, and historical landscape of his time, Ackroyd uncovers the telling details that reveal the playwright's genius. Through his unique approach, Ackroyd brings Shakespeare's world to life, from the humble town of Stratford to the vibrant city of London, where modern theater was just beginning to emerge. With remarkable insight and clarity, he observes Shakespeare and his circle of friends, patrons, managers, and fellow actors and writers, allowing the reader to experience the playwright's creative process firsthand. This comprehensive biography is a major work that sets a new standard for literary biographies, offering a fresh and nuanced understanding of one of the most towering figures in the English language.
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