Skip to product information
1 of 1

Coppelia H. Kahn

Man's Estate: Masculine Identity in Shakespeare

Man's Estate: Masculine Identity in Shakespeare

💎 Earn 137 Points (£1.37) on this item.

Important: Dispatches within 2 to 4 weeks
Regular price £27.51 GBP
Regular price £34.00 GBP Sale price £27.51 GBP
Sale Sold out
Taxes included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

YOU SAVE £6.49

  • Condition: Brand new
  • UK Delivery times: Usually arrives within 2 - 3 working days
  • UK Shipping: Fee starts at £2.39. Subject to product weight & dimension

Bulk ordering. Want 15 or more copies? Get a personalised quote and bigger discounts. Learn more about bulk orders.

  • More about Man's Estate: Masculine Identity in Shakespeare

Man's Estate explores Shakespeare's male characters through psychoanalytic theory and historical context, revealing the subconscious fears, desires, and cultural expectations that inform their portrayals of men and their relationships with women, fathers, sons, and society. It extends beyond individual characters to explore broader societal constructs, such as the oppressive dynamics of patriarchal power and the ambivalence it fosters in men.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2022
Publisher: University of California Press

Man s Estate: Uncovering the Depths of Masculine Identity in Shakespeare's Works Through Psychoanalytic Theory and Historical Context
Shakespeare's male characters navigate the challenges of defining and sustaining their manhood within the confines of the patriarchal Elizabethan society, with themes of gender roles, familial relationships, and sexual identity deeply embedded in the narratives. This study delves into the subconscious fears, desires, and cultural expectations that inform Shakespeare's portrayals of men and their relationships with women, fathers, sons, and society at large. By bridging Freudian psychoanalysis and Shakespearean criticism, the author offers a fresh perspective on how early life experiences shape the conflicts and identities of male protagonists. The analysis extends beyond individual characters to explore broader societal constructs, such as the oppressive dynamics of patriarchal power and the ambivalence it fosters in men. Shakespeare's works are presented not only as timeless explorations of human nature but also as incisive commentaries on the cultural definitions of masculinity that continue to resonate in contemporary discourse.

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates the University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible to a wide audience.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 140 x 215 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780520308701

UK and International shipping information

UK Delivery and returns information:

  • Delivery within 2 - 3 days when ordering in the UK.
  • Shipping fee for UK customers from £2.39. Fully tracked shipping service available.
  • Returns policy: Return within 30 days of receipt for full refund.

International deliveries:

Shulph Ink now ships to Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Luxembourg Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Netherlands, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United States of America.

  • Delivery times: within 5 - 10 days for international orders.
  • Shipping fee: charges vary for overseas orders. Only tracked services are available for most international orders. Some countries have untracked shipping options.
  • Customs charges: If ordering to addresses outside the United Kingdom, you may or may not incur additional customs and duties fees during local delivery.
View full details