9780282940836 - Observations on an Autograph of Shakspere, and the Orthography of His Name: Communicated to the Society of Antiquaries by Sir Frederic Madden, K. H., ... Esq. F. R.... (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 historical debate regarding the correct spelling of William Shakespeare's name. The author analyzes five undisputed genuine signatures from the playwright and explores the inconsistent orthography of surnames during his time. He presents evidence suggesting that the spelling "Shakespere" may not have been the playwright's preference, as it does not appear in his two printed letters or in the only contribution he made to another author's work. The book examines the influence of literary contemporaries and editors on the spelling of Shakespeare's name, ultimately arguing that "Shakespeare" is the form he intended for use in literature, as evidenced by the consistent usage of his close associates and the inclusion of a hyphen in the only contribution he ever made to the work of another author. 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.