The Rural Life Of Shakespeare, As Illustrated By His Works

By Charles Roach Smith

Book Overview

The book ""The Rural Life of Shakespeare, As Illustrated by His Works"" by Charles Roach Smith is a comprehensive study of the rural life depicted in the works of William Shakespeare. The author explores the various aspects of rural life that are portrayed in Shakespeare's plays and poems, including agriculture, hunting, fishing, and the customs and traditions of rural communities.The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific topics, such as the seasons, rural occupations, and rural sports. Each chapter includes numerous references to Shakespeare's works, along with historical and cultural context to help the reader understand the significance of these references.In addition to exploring the rural life depicted in Shakespeare's works, the author also provides insight into the life and times of Shakespeare himself. He discusses the playwright's upbringing in a rural community, his early experiences with agriculture and hunting, and the influence of rural life on his writing.Overall, ""The Rural Life of Shakespeare, As Illustrated by His Works"" is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of William Shakespeare. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespeare, rural life, or English literature and history.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: 143253338X
• ISBN13: 9781432533380
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"