Montaigne And Shakespeare And Other Essays On Cognate Questions (1909)

By J.M. Robertson

Book Overview

Montaigne And Shakespeare And Other Essays On Cognate Questions (1909) is a collection of essays written by John M. Robertson. The book is focused on exploring the similarities between the works of Michel de Montaigne and William Shakespeare. The essays delve into various themes and motifs that are present in both Montaigne's essays and Shakespeare's plays, such as human nature, morality, and self-reflection. Robertson also examines the cultural and historical context in which Montaigne and Shakespeare lived and wrote, providing insights into the social and political issues of the time. In addition to the essays on Montaigne and Shakespeare, the book also includes essays on other cognate questions, including the works of Francis Bacon and the influence of classical literature on English literature. Overall, Montaigne And Shakespeare And Other Essays On Cognate Questions offers a fascinating exploration of the connections between two of the greatest writers in Western literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164100092
• ISBN13: 9781164100096
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"