Mr. Johnson's Preface to His Edition of Shakespeare's Plays (1765) - Samuel Johnson - Bog

Mr. Johnson's Preface to His Edition of Shakespeare's Plays (1765) is a literary work written by Samuel Johnson, a renowned English writer, poet, and literary critic. The book is a preface to Johnson's edition of the plays of William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in English literature.In this preface, Johnson provides a critical analysis of Shakespeare's works, discussing the themes, characters, and style of the plays. He also discusses the historical context of Shakespeare's plays and their relevance to the contemporary world.Johnson's Preface is considered a landmark in Shakespearean criticism, as it was one of the first attempts to provide a comprehensive analysis of Shakespeare's works. Johnson's critical approach is characterized by his admiration for Shakespeare's genius, his attention to detail, and his ability to contextualize the plays within their historical and literary milieu.The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespearean criticism, literary history, or English literature in general. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Shakespeare's works, providing insights into the life and times of one of the greatest literary figures in English history.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.