William Shakespeare, a titan of English literature, brings his genius to bear in this canonical work. His background as an actor and playwright for the London stage provided him the platform to explore the human condition in all its nuanced complexity. Shakespeare's own societal observations and the political climate of his era are subtly woven into the fabric of 'Hamlet', with its attention to power dynamics and existential dread likely reflecting the undercurrents of Elizabethan England, as well as Shakespeare's personal meditations on life, mortality, and legacy.
'DigiCat Publishing's edition of 'Hamlet, Prince of Denmark' is a must-have for scholars, students, and aficionados of classic literature alike. Its reproduction in a contemporary format invites a reexamination of the text's profundity and its ongoing relevance in the modern world. The play not only stands as an exemplar of dramatic literature but also serves as an essential reference point for understanding human complexity and the enduring quest to grapple with the enigmatic contours of duty, sanity, and existence itself.
William Shakespeare, often hailed as the greatest playwright in the English language, was a prolific writer, actor, and poet of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, his life remains somewhat enigmatic due to the sparse records of his personal affairs. Nevertheless, Shakespeare's literary legacy speaks volumes, with a profound influence that transcends time and geography. His body of work encompasses a variety of genres, including comedies, tragedies, histories, and sonnets. 'Hamlet, Prince of Denmark' stands among his most celebrated and complex tragedies, exploring themes of treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. Shakespeare's mastery of language, coupled with his deep insight into human psychology, has earned 'Hamlet' its distinction as a quintessential reflection of the human condition. Shakespeare's artistry extends beyond individual works to define a literary style marked by intricate wordplay, iambic pentameter, and dramatic structures that have shaped the evolution of English literature. His plays, over four hundred years after their creation, continue to be performed, interpreted, and revered, securing his place at the pinnacle of literary history.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Dramatik / Theater |
Schlagworte | Classic Plays • Drama • Elizabethan drama • English literature • Fathers • Ghosts in literature • Hamlet • Hamlet adaptations • Kings and rulers • Legendary character • Murder victims' families • Ophelia and madness • Philosophical literature • princes • revenge • revenge themes • royal family drama • shakespearean tragedy • to be or not to be • tragedies |
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