Shakespeare's Storytelling: An Introduction to Genre, Character, and Technique

Shakespeare's Storytelling: An Introduction to Genre, Character, and Technique is a textbook that explores how Shakespeare invented or refined storytelling techniques and genres. It provides an overview of these techniques by using examples from popular novels, plays, and films, and is suitable for undergraduates who want to interpret Shakespeares plays and understand him as the beginning of a literary tradition.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 189 pages
Publication date: 28 January 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Shakespeare's Storytelling: An Introduction to Genre, Character, and Technique is a comprehensive textbook that delves into the unique storytelling techniques and genres invented or refined by Shakespeare. By drawing examples from popular novels, plays, and films such as IT, Beloved, Sex and the City, The Godfather, and Fences, the book provides a comprehensive overview of how Shakespearean storytelling techniques, including character flaws, conflicts, symbols, and symbols, have been adapted by later writers and incorporated into the modern canon. Instead of taking a historical or theoretical approach, Nate Eastman employs recognizable references and engaging language to teach the concepts and techniques that are most relevant to the future study of Creative Writing, English, Theater, and Film and Media. Through this approach, students will gain a deeper understanding of Shakespeare's plays and recognize him as the founding figure of a literary tradition that continues to influence and inspire writers and artists today. Whether you are an undergraduate student seeking to explore Shakespeare's works or a professional seeking to enhance your understanding of storytelling, this book offers a valuable and accessible introduction to the world of Shakespearean storytelling.

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 158 x 233 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030629922
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021