Shakespeare Versus Shallow

Shakespeare Versus Shallow is a book written by Leslie Hotson that explores the relationship between Shakespeare and a real-life character named Sir John Falstaff. Falstaff is a character that appears in several of Shakespeare's plays, including Henry IV and The Merry Wives of Windsor. Hotson argues that Falstaff was actually based on a real person named Sir John Oldcastle, who was a friend of Shakespeare's and a member of the Protestant movement in England.The book delves into the historical context of the time and the political and religious tensions that were present in England during Shakespeare's lifetime. Hotson also explores the literary techniques that Shakespeare used to create the character of Falstaff and how he used him to comment on the society of the time.The title of the book, Shakespeare Versus Shallow, refers to another character in Henry IV named Justice Shallow, who is a foil to Falstaff. Hotson argues that Shakespeare used the two characters to represent different aspects of society and to comment on the nature of power and authority.Overall, Shakespeare Versus Shallow is a fascinating exploration of one of Shakespeare's most beloved characters and the historical and literary context in which he was created. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespeare, English history, or literary analysis.1931. In this contribution to the knowledge of Shakespeare and his neighbors, the author confines attention mainly to the poet and to William Gardiner and his stepson William Wayte. For convenience of the reader, reproduction of Elizabethan documents have been given modernized spellings. Contents: Shakespeare's quarrel; life of Justice Gardiner; white luces; Justice Shallow and Abraham Slender; the date of the Merry Wives of Windsor; women in the case; conclusion; appendix. Illustrated.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.

Author: Leslie Hotson
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 410
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.02lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.84d
ISBN: 9781162591476

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