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The Shakespeare Treasury: A Collection of Fascinating Insights into the Plays, the Performances and the Man Behind Them
An engaging treasury of facts, trivia, and stories about the greatest playwright who ever the indelible William Shakespeare.
Commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, which occurred in 1616, this fascinating treasury offers insights into the enduring popularity of England’s most beloved playwright. It looks at his life and times, delves into the inspiration behind his masterworks, examines the influence of generations of performers, and explores the incredible variety of screen and stage adaptations through the years. The fun facts and little-known stories discussed here range from the actor who played Hamlet over 500 times to the unusual item Shakespeare left his wife Anne upon his death.
Commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, which occurred in 1616, this fascinating treasury offers insights into the enduring popularity of England’s most beloved playwright. It looks at his life and times, delves into the inspiration behind his masterworks, examines the influence of generations of performers, and explores the incredible variety of screen and stage adaptations through the years. The fun facts and little-known stories discussed here range from the actor who played Hamlet over 500 times to the unusual item Shakespeare left his wife Anne upon his death.
160 pages, Hardcover
Published February 7, 2017
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June 17, 2019
Probably more for students or teachers, but still exceptional read.
And yes, there's a slight possibility that Shakespeare didn't write all his plays. Probably 20%. Or 80? Because how he could write such amazing books? Shakespeare was not a genius (with a poor education), BUT he was a voracious reader: so, the plots from nearly all his plays and poems come from books he read.
Ah, I guess we'll never understand the mind of Shakespeare ...
Rate: the book is only for 'serious lit' readers.
And yes, there's a slight possibility that Shakespeare didn't write all his plays. Probably 20%. Or 80? Because how he could write such amazing books? Shakespeare was not a genius (with a poor education), BUT he was a voracious reader: so, the plots from nearly all his plays and poems come from books he read.
Ah, I guess we'll never understand the mind of Shakespeare ...
Rate: the book is only for 'serious lit' readers.
July 16, 2018
It’s hard to be the bard
November 4, 2021
3 1/2
The Treasury made me think of the The Arden Shakespeare Miscellany in how it provided tidbits about Shakespeare’s life, his plays, and important people that are tied to his legacy (for e.g., famous Shakespearean actors and directors). Overall, it was a very pleasant read that would be most suited to readers who know little about the playwright and who would like to learn more about the history behind the plays. Academics might find this a bit too reductive and not enough in-depth, but it remains nonetheless a good overview of basic information about the Bard.
The Treasury made me think of the The Arden Shakespeare Miscellany in how it provided tidbits about Shakespeare’s life, his plays, and important people that are tied to his legacy (for e.g., famous Shakespearean actors and directors). Overall, it was a very pleasant read that would be most suited to readers who know little about the playwright and who would like to learn more about the history behind the plays. Academics might find this a bit too reductive and not enough in-depth, but it remains nonetheless a good overview of basic information about the Bard.
October 6, 2018
I really enjoyed this little book about Shakespeare and his work. It's an easy read, but with much to say.
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