Excerpt from The Gentle Shakspere: A Vindication
NE of the objects of this book is to place before the reader a true account of a great poet - the greatest, perhaps, that the world ever saw - and, if possible, to relieve his memory from the mass of misrepresentation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of William Shakespeare, one of the most celebrated playwrights in history, challenging long-held assumptions and revealing a fascinating, often overlooked side to the bard. The author meticulously examines Shakespeare's life, his family, and his relationship with Catholicism. The book argues that Shakespeare's religious beliefs, which were at odds with the dominant Protestantism of the era, played a significant role in his life and shaped his writing. The author explores how Shakespeareââ â¢s Catholic faith likely led him to keep his works from publication and how the plays that were published were often altered or polluted by others. By examining the works of Shakespeare through this Catholic lens, the author sheds new light on some of the most famous plays and poems, reinterpreting their meaning and significance. The book offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare's life and work, revealing the complex and often hidden world that influenced the great playwright. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332131594_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332131594
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