Twentieth Century Interpretations of All for Love


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A 1677 heroic drama by John Dryden which is now his best-known and most performed play. It is a tragedy written in blank verse and is an attempt on Dryden's part to reinvigorate serious drama. It is an acknowledged imitation of Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra, and focuses on the last hours of the lives of its hero and heroine.




Suffocating Mothers


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An original reading of Shakespeare's plays illuminating his negotiations with mothers, present and absent, and tracing the genesis of Shakespearean tragedy and romance to a psychologized version of the Fall.







Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare (Book Analysis)


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Unlock the more straightforward side of Antony and Cleopatra with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare, a classic tragedy that revolves around the doomed love affair between Mark Antony, one of the Roman Empire’s most respected generals and a member of the ruling Triumvirate, and Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt. Their relationship is put to the test when Antony agrees to marry another woman in order to secure an alliance with one of his fellow Romans, and although he eventually forsakes his homeland and responsibilities as a ruler to be with Cleopatra, the consequences of this decision are much graver than he could ever have imagined... The story of Antony and Cleopatra has been a source of inspiration for many writers over the course of history, but Shakespeare’s version is arguably the best-known iteration of the tale, and has been performed and adapted countless times. Find out everything you need to know about Antony and Cleopatra in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you: • A complete plot summary • Character studies • Key themes and symbols • Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!




All for Love


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Antony and Cleopatra


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This volume is a comprehensive overview of scholarship on this play. It includes chapters on criticism, sources and background, textual studies, bibliographies, editions, and translations. Also covered are the stage history and major productions of the play, and films, music, television, and adaptations and synopses.




Shakespeare, Antony and Cleopatra, and the Nature of Fame


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Shakespeare, Antony and Cleopatra, and the Nature of Fame is a characterological study offering new perspectives on Antony and Cleopatra, the most ambiguous of Shakespeare's plays. It also offers new insights about the origins and nature of Shakespeare's imperishable fame. Wide-ranging in its concerns, this monograph promises to make an essential difference in the way scholars view characterizations, fame, Shakespeare's reputation, and the eminence of the celebrated figures of the play.