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The Multifaceted Shakespeare

An in-depth study of Shakespeare's poetry and plays. Following a review of the bard's life and Renaissance theatre, the author proceeds to his writings. He discusses differences and common features in the comedies and tragedies, and traces the path of the playwright's subjects from real life and literature into his plays. But he also sets out to demonstrate the ways in which Shakespeare approaches humankind, how he treats the distinguishing traits of types and individuals, personal relations, the time factor and love - all illustrated by pertinent examples drawn from the plays and sonnets.