Excerpt from The Bible in Shakspeare: A Study of the Relation of the Works of William Shakspeare to the Bible, With Numerous Parallel Passages, Quotations, References, Paraphrases and Allusions
The loss, by fire, of all the manuscripts of this work, together with the corrected proof-sheets, explains the delay of its publication so long after the date announced by advertisement and prospectus. On December 30, 1902, the entire plant and buildings of the printing establishment having the work in hand, were totally destroyed on the eve of completing the proofs, together with my work of years.
It became necessary therefore to prepare the matter again from par tial copy, and notes in hand. The verification of the large number of references and quotations, a second time, entailed a great amount of labor, but the author hopes and believes that the work has not suffered in point of accuracy.
The preparation of this work from the beginning, has been attended with a full share of author's troubles, the particulars of which, however, are not of general interest.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This in-depth analysis of Shakespeare's works highlights his profound reverence for the Bible and reveals the significant role it played in shaping his literary genius. The author meticulously documents the numerous references to God, Christ, and other biblical figures, proving that Shakespeare was far from indifferent to religious themes. The book goes beyond mere identification, exploring the ways in which Shakespeare incorporated biblical language, stories, and doctrines into his plays, demonstrating his deep understanding and appreciation of Scripture. Through extensive examples and close examination, the author unveils the thematic richness and moral insights that emerge from Shakespeare's engagement with biblical texts. This exploration into the nexus of Shakespeare and the Bible offers fresh perspectives on the Bard's spiritual and philosophical underpinnings, enriching our understanding of his literary legacy. 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 # 9781331195955_0
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