James Shapiro
Shakespeare in a Divided America
Shakespeare in a Divided America
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James Shapiro's new book explores Shakespeare's influence on American culture, despite America's darkest nightmares. He reveals why a proudly independent republic embraced England's greatest writer.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2021
Publisher: Faber & Faber
BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week: Excellent.
New Statesman: Outstanding.
Irish Times: Enthralling.
Guardian: Shapiro at his best.
Daily Telegraph: From the author of 1599, a fresh perspective on the history of the United States – and a timely reminder of Shakespeare’s indelible influence.
Shakespeare’s Position as England’s National Poet: Shakespeare’s position as England’s national poet is unquestionable.
Shapiro’s New History: However, as James Shapiro illuminates in this revelatory new history, Shakespeare has long held an essential place in American culture too.
Why Would a Proudly Independent Republic Embrace England’s Greatest Writer?: Why, though, would a proudly independent republic embrace England’s greatest writer? Especially when his works enact so many of America’s darkest nightmares: interracial marriage, cross-dressing, same-sex love, tyranny, and assassination?
Shapiro’s Insights and Stories: Shapiro leads us to fascinating answers and startling stories.
Weight: 250g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571338894
Edition number: Main
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