William Empson

William Empson: Essays on Shakespeare

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ISBN 13:
9780521311502
author:
William Empson
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Cambridge University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1986
Pages:
260
Genre:
Literature
Condition:
New
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£28.29

Description

William Empson's Essays on Shakespeare offers a unique perspective on the works of one of literature's greatest playwrights. This collection brings together major readings of Hamlet and Macbeth, as well as essays on narrative poems like A Midsummer Night's Dream and the last plays. The book showcases Empson's remarkable breadth of knowledge and his ability to approach complex texts with wit and agility. His informal prose style adds a distinctive tone to the essays, making for a compelling and engaging read. For readers interested in literary criticism and Shakespearean studies, this collection provides valuable insights into the works of one of literature's most enduring figures.

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