Characters of Shakespeare's PlaysIn 'Characters of Shakespeare's Plays' by William Hazlitt, readers are taken on a profound exploration of the characters that inhabit the world of Shakespeare. Hazlitt delves deep into the psychological complexities of Shakespeare's creations, providing intricate analyses of each character's motives, emotions, and unique traits. Through Hazlitt's eloquent prose and astute observations, readers gain a deeper understanding of the literary brilliance and human depth of Shakespeare's characters, making this book an invaluable resource for scholars and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike. Hazlitt's keen insights offer a fresh perspective on these iconic figures, shedding new light on their timeless relevance in the literary world. William Hazlitt, a renowned literary critic and essayist, brings his vast knowledge and passion for literature to 'Characters of Shakespeare's Plays'. His dedication to dissecting Shakespeare's characters reveals Hazlitt's profound understanding of human nature and the art of storytelling. It is this expertise that makes Hazlitt's analysis a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their appreciation for Shakespearean works. I highly recommend 'Characters of Shakespeare's Plays' to readers who wish to enhance their understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare's timeless characters. Hazlitt's insightful commentary and engaging writing style make this book a captivating and enlightening read for both scholars and enthusiasts of Shakespearean literature. |
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... imagination to matter-of-fact, regulate the passions according to reason, and translate the whole into logical diagrams and rhetorical declamation'. Thus he says of Shakespeare's characters, in contradiction to what Pope had observed ...
... imagination to matter-of-fact, regulate the passions according to reason, and translate the whole into logical diagrams and rhetorical declamation'. Thus he says of Shakespeare's characters, in contradiction to what Pope had observed ...
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... imagination, possess such truth and consistency, that even when deformed monsters like Caliban, he extorts the conviction, that if there should be such beings, they would so conduct themselves. In a word, as he carries with him the most ...
... imagination, possess such truth and consistency, that even when deformed monsters like Caliban, he extorts the conviction, that if there should be such beings, they would so conduct themselves. In a word, as he carries with him the most ...
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... imagination, a too luxuriant wit, rendered the complete dramatic forgetfulness of himself impossible. With this exception, the censure originates only in a fanciless way of thinking, to which everything appears unnatural that does not ...
... imagination, a too luxuriant wit, rendered the complete dramatic forgetfulness of himself impossible. With this exception, the censure originates only in a fanciless way of thinking, to which everything appears unnatural that does not ...
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... imagination was dazzled by the blaze of light. His writings neither shone with the beams of native genius, nor reflected them. The shifting shapes of fancy, the rainbow hues of things, made no impression on him: he seized only on the ...
... imagination was dazzled by the blaze of light. His writings neither shone with the beams of native genius, nor reflected them. The shifting shapes of fancy, the rainbow hues of things, made no impression on him: he seized only on the ...
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Contents
CYMBELINE | |
JULIUS CASESAR | |
OTHELLO | |
TIMON OF ATHENS | |
TROILUS AND CRESSIDA | |
ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA | |
LEAR | |
RICHARD II | |
HENRY IV | |
HENRY VI | |
RICHARD III | |
HENRY VIII | |
TWELFTH NIGHT OR WHAT YOU WILL | |
THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA | |
HAMLET | |
THE TEMPEST | |
THE MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM | |
ROMEO AND JULIET | |
THE WINTERS TALE | |
ALLS WELL THAT ENDS WELL | |
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING | |
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