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The Winter's Tale: With Introduction, and Notes Explanatory and Critical for Use in Schools and Families (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Critics consider The Winter's Tale one of Shakespeare's "problem plays" because it transcends genres, takes place in two parts 16 years apart, and begins as a tragedy and ends a comedy. But these are not problems as much as they are innovations. Modern readers welcome time jumps and tragicomedies, so most will love The Winter's Tale.
Written near the end of The Bard's career, The Winter's Tale begins with Leontes, King of Sicily. Thematically, Leontes borrows heavily from Othello, the subject of another tale of jealousy and its after-effects. In a cold winter, Leontes becomes convinced of his wife's infidelity, and the paranoia eats away at him until he takes drastic actions. What happens to Leontes and his family is the very definition of tragedy.
Unlike Shakespeare's other tragedies, however, the play doesn't end there. Father Time literally appears on stage to announce that part two will begin 16 years later, during a lovely summer in Bohemia. What has happened to Leontes' family and friends? Did Leontes suffer for his rage? Is redemption even possible? These are the questions answered by the play's second half, which is light and comedic
with touches that are akin to Twelfth Night or A Midsummer Night's Dream. The play's final act features an exciting and surprising conclusion.
Like many Shakespeare plays, The Winter's Tale is taken from secondary sources, namely the novel Pandosto, The Triumph of Time, and Book 10 of Ovid's Metamorphoses. The introductory essay by F.W. Moorman discusses the sources, controversies and critical reception of the play. The critical notes after the play shed light on individual passages and give tips for those who are actually staging the play. If you enjoy theater and are in the mood for a story that will tug on every human emotion, this edition of The Winter's Tale is sure to please.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330000897
- ISBN 13 9781330000892
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages208
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book opens a window to William Shakespeare's literary process through the lens of The Winter's Tale. The author begins by establishing the play's historical and literary context, drawing parallels to other works of the period, such as Greene's Pandosto. The book then dives into an analysis of the play's central themes, including jealousy, forgiveness, and redemption. The author provides a thorough examination of the play's characters, exploring their motivations and development throughout the narrative. This book offers valuable insights into one of Shakespeare's most beloved and complex plays, making it a captivating read for scholars, students, and general readers alike. Its exploration of universal themes and timeless characters ensures its continued relevance and appeal. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330000892_0
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