William Shakespeare - Charles Isaac Elton - Bog

William Shakespeare: His Family and Friends is a book written by Charles Isaac Elton that delves into the personal life of the famous playwright William Shakespeare. The book provides a detailed account of Shakespeare's family and friends, including his parents, siblings, wife, and children, as well as his close associates and collaborators in the theatre industry.Elton explores the social and cultural context of Shakespeare's life, examining the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the Elizabethan era that shaped his worldview and influenced his work. He also discusses the historical events and political climate of the time, which had a significant impact on Shakespeare's life and career.The book draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, court records, and other historical documents, to paint a vivid picture of Shakespeare's personal and professional life. Elton provides insights into Shakespeare's creative process, his relationships with other writers and actors, and his involvement in the business of theatre.Overall, William Shakespeare: His Family and Friends is a fascinating and informative book that offers a fresh perspective on one of the most celebrated figures in literary history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespeare's life and work, as well as the social and cultural history of the Elizabethan era.1904. Published after his death, this book was formed from the greater portion of a series of papers the author evidently intended to be the beginning of an exhaustive work on Shakespeare. One part concerns the biography and family history of Shakespeare and the various places connected with his name. The second part discusses several historical studies relating to the sources and production of �������The Tempest.������� The editor has gathered the author's papers and attempted to retain all that seemed ready for publication. The editor's object is to present these papers in their true light as a sound and weighty contribution to Shakespearean scholarship.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.