William Hazlitt

Characters of Shakespeare's Plays

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Produktbeschreibung

William Hazlitt was an English writer known for his humorous essays and literary criticisms. He is best known for his writings on Shakespeare's plays and characters. Hazlitt has a remarkable gift of writing about Shakespeare and his characters in a way that honors Shakespeare. He recognizes his genius and is ale to discuss his characters in an honest manner. The Table of Contents includes Cymbeline, Macbeth, Caesar, Othello, Timon of Athens, Coriolanus, Anthony and Cleopatra, Hamlet, The Tempest, The Midsummer night's Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Lear, Richard II, Henry IV in Two Parts, Henry V and Henry VI in Three Parts, Richard III, Henry VIII, King John, Twelfth Night or What You Will, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Merchant of Venice, The Winter's Tale, All's Well that End Well, Love's Labours Lost, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like It, The Taming of the Shrew, Measure for Measure, The Merry Wives of Windsor, The Comedy of Errors, Doubtful Plays of Shakespeare, and Poems and Sonnets.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Book Jungle
• Seitenzahl: 324
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. April 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 191mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 607g
• ISBN-13: 9781438516356
• ISBN-10: 1438516355
• Artikelnr.: 26377226

Autorenporträt

William Hazlitt (1778-1830) was a prominent English essayist, journalist, and literary critic known for his incisive and eloquent prose. Born in Maidstone, Kent, Hazlitt was educated at home before studying at the Unitarian academy in Newington Green, London. His early career included roles as a portrait painter and a teacher, but he found his true calling in writing and criticism. Hazlitt's work is celebrated for its astute observations on human nature and society. He was a key figure in the Romantic movement, contributing significantly to the literature of his time with his sharp essays and critical reviews. His notable works include Table Talk, a series of essays that offer deep reflections on manners, social behavior, and philosophical issues. Hazlitt's writing is characterized by its conversational style, insightful critique, and emphasis on individual experience. Despite his literary achievements, Hazlitt faced financial difficulties and struggled with personal and political controversies throughout his life. Nonetheless, his legacy endures through his impactful and thoughtful exploration of human behavior and social dynamics.