Shakspere Allusion-books Ed. By C.m. Ingleby

<p><i>Shakspere Allusion-Books</i> offers a fascinating glimpse into the early reception and understanding of William Shakespeare's works. Compiled and edited by C.M. Ingleby this collection gathers a diverse array of allusions references and critical remarks pertaining to Shakespeare's plays and poems from various sources during his lifetime and shortly thereafter. These 'allusion-books' provide invaluable insight into how Shakespeare's contemporaries and immediate successors perceived his genius and engaged with his dramatic and poetic innovations.</p><p>Readers will discover a rich tapestry of commentary ranging from brief mentions in commonplace books and diaries to more extended discussions in pamphlets and critical essays. The collection illuminates the evolving appreciation of Shakespeare's contributions to English literature and theater and reveals the complex interplay between his works and the cultural landscape of his time. This volume is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in the history of Shakespearean criticism and the enduring legacy of England's greatest playwright.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>