Title: Shakespeare's universe
Description: W.R. Elton has long been recognized as an eminent scholar in the field of Shakespearean research. His contribution to our study and understanding of the poet's work is celebrated in this international collection of essays by some of the world's leading Shakespeare critics. Balancing both traditional and more recent critical approaches, this book provides an invaluable overview of scholarship and its methodologies today. Areas covered include Shakespeare's treatment of politics and religion, gender, art and music, his use of language, his staging and recent critical perspectives. -- from Book Jacket.
Subjects: Renaissance, Criticism and interpretation
Places: England
People: William Shakespeare (1564-1616)