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William Shakespeare: A Critical Study

The critic reconstructs the playwright's life and career and places them in social, political, and theatrical context, tracing an early provincial upbringing, a move to the capital, and activity as actor, adaptor, and theatre manager. He examines major comedies, tragedies, and histories for structure, theme, and style, considers influences such as contemporary dramatists and prose fashions, surveys performance conditions and audiences, addresses textual and authorship questions, and uses close readings to show the evolution of psychological insight, treatment of love and power, and recurring motifs.

By Georg Brandes
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The critic reconstructs the playwright's life and career and places them in social, political, and theatrical context, tracing an early provincial upbringing, a move to the capital, and activity as actor, adaptor, and theatre manager. He examines major comedies, tragedies, and histories for structure, theme, and style, considers influences such as contemporary dramatists and prose fashions, surveys performance conditions and audiences, addresses textual and authorship questions, and uses close readings to show the evolution of psychological insight, treatment of love and power, and recurring motifs.

About the Author

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Georg Brandes

Georg Brandes (1842-1927) was a Danish literary critic and essayist, known for his influential role in introducing modern literary ideas to Scandinavia. He is particularly recognized for his extensive work, "Main Currents in Nineteenth Century Literature," which analyzes the evolution of literature during that period across various countries. Brandes championed naturalism and realism, advocating for a more critical and analytical approach to literature. His biographical studies, including those of notable figures like Anatole France and Friedrich Nietzsche, reflect his deep engagement with contemporary thought. In addition to his critical work, Brandes also penned autobiographical reflections in "Recollections of My Childhood and Youth," offering insights into his formative years.

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