by Stanley Wells · OUP USA · tapa dura · ISBN 9780195160932
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Delve into the life, work, and enduring influence of William Shakespeare with this book by Stanley Wells. From his humble beginnings in Stratford to his rise as the most important playwright in English literature, this work explores Shakespeare's evolution as a writer, his relationship with the company of actors with whom he collaborated, and the theatrical impact of his plays. In addition, it traces Shakespeare's critical legacy throughout the centuries, examining adaptations, productions, and the reception of his works worldwide. With an approach accessible to both specialists and enthusiasts, this book offers a comprehensive and captivating view of Shakespeare's genius.
Sir Stanley William Wells, is an English Shakespearean scholar, writer, professor and editor who has been honorary president of the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, professor emeritus at Birmingham University, and author of many books about Shakespeare, including Shakespeare Sex and Love, and is general editor of the Oxford Shakespeare and New Penguin Shakespeare series. He lives in Stratford-upon-Avon and was educated in English at University College London (UCL).
