Shakespeare's Theater (1916)

Shakespeare's Theater is a book written by Ashley Horace Thorndike in 1916 that explores the historical and cultural context of Shakespeare's plays. The book discusses the architecture and design of Elizabethan theaters, the actors and playwrights of the time, and the social and political climate in which Shakespeare wrote his plays. Thorndike provides a detailed analysis of the various genres of theater popular in Shakespeare's time, including tragedies, comedies, and histories, and how they were performed and received by audiences. The book also delves into the language and literary techniques used by Shakespeare, as well as his influence on later playwrights and the enduring legacy of his works. Overall, Shakespeare's Theater offers a comprehensive and informative look at the world in which Shakespeare lived and worked, and how his plays continue to captivate audiences today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.