William Shakespeare: His Homes and Haunts by S. L. Bensusan
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About this eBook
| Author | Bensusan, S. L. (Samuel Levy), 1872-1958 |
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| Illustrator | Forestier, A. (Amédée), 1854-1930 |
| Title | William Shakespeare: His Homes and Haunts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Florian Hofmann, Stephanie Eason and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (Illustration images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "William Shakespeare: His Homes and Haunts" by S. L. Bensusan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life, surroundings, and influences of William Shakespeare, detailing his connections to various locations in England that shaped his poetry and plays. It serves as both a biographical sketch and a guide to the places associated with the legendary playwright. The beginning of the book sets the stage for an intimate exploration of Shakespeare's life, emphasizing the importance of understanding the environment that nurtured his genius. The author asserts that to appreciate Shakespeare's work fully, one must consider the settings of Stratford-on-Avon and London, as these locales significantly influenced his writings. Readers are introduced to the tranquil beauty of his childhood in Stratford, his family background, and the implications of his youthful experiences, which are critical for comprehending his artistic evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Homes and haunts |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29611 |
| Release Date | Aug 5, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 217 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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