Shakespearean Criticism: Excerpts from the Criticism of William Shakespeare's Plays and Poetry, from the First Published Appraisals to Current Evaluations, Volume 57Gale Research Company, 1984 |
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Page 188
... critics have speculated that Shakespeare compressed the action and time frames of the tragedy for increased dramatic shock . Macbeth has often been praised for its artistic coherence and the intense economy of its dramatic action ...
... critics have speculated that Shakespeare compressed the action and time frames of the tragedy for increased dramatic shock . Macbeth has often been praised for its artistic coherence and the intense economy of its dramatic action ...
Page 255
... critics , following Waith ( " Manhood and Valor , " 266-67 ) , find the play's embodiment of healthy masculinity in Macduff . They often register some uneasiness about his leaving his family , but they rarely allow this uneasiness to ...
... critics , following Waith ( " Manhood and Valor , " 266-67 ) , find the play's embodiment of healthy masculinity in Macduff . They often register some uneasiness about his leaving his family , but they rarely allow this uneasiness to ...
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... critics have reexamined the opinion that Shakespeare's final plays are morose and disjointed . Some critics now argue that Shakespeare was at his most innovative during his final period , creating new forms and perfecting themes that ...
... critics have reexamined the opinion that Shakespeare's final plays are morose and disjointed . Some critics now argue that Shakespeare was at his most innovative during his final period , creating new forms and perfecting themes that ...
Contents
Introduction | 1 |
History and Philosophy | 31 |
Representation and Identity | 40 |
Copyright | |
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