9780259477174 - Shakespeare in Europe (Classic Reprint) von Lewinter, Oswald (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and often-contentious history of how Shakespeare was received by European intellectuals. The author explores how Shakespeareââ â¢s plays were embraced and challenged by writers, critics, and thinkers across the Continent, from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The book's central focus is the clash between two main critical approaches to literature: classicism and romanticism. The author charts the shift from the dominance of neoclassical ideals, epitomized by the work of Voltaire, to the ascendancy of Romantic thought, which saw Shakespeare as a model of artistic freedom and emotional depth. Through a rich selection of excerpts from key works, the book examines how Shakespeare was seen as both a revolutionary force and a dangerous influence on European literature. It delves into the debate surrounding the unities of time and place in drama, the importance of character, and the nature of tragic spectacle. The author reveals how the reception of Shakespeare mirrored broader social and intellectual currents, providing a unique perspective on the evolution of European consciousness. 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.