Mr. Johnson's Preface To His Edition Of Shakespeare's Plays (1765) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168877574)

Mr. Johnson's Preface to His Edition of Shakespeare's Plays is a literary work written by Samuel Johnson in 1765. This book is a preface to Johnson's edition of William Shakespeare's plays, which was published in the same year. In this preface, Johnson provides a comprehensive analysis of Shakespeare's works, his life, and the historical context in which he lived. Johnson argues that Shakespeare's plays are not only great works of literature but also provide valuable insights into human nature and the human condition. Johnson also addresses the criticisms that have been leveled against Shakespeare's works, including accusations of inconsistency and lack of historical accuracy. He defends Shakespeare's writing style and argues that his works are a reflection of the times in which he lived. Throughout the preface, Johnson provides a detailed analysis of Shakespeare's plays, including his tragedies, comedies, and histories. He also discusses the characters, themes, and symbolism that are present in Shakespeare's works. Overall, Mr. Johnson's Preface to His Edition of Shakespeare's Plays is a seminal work of literary criticism that provides a valuable insight into the life and works of William Shakespeare. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespearean literature or literary criticism in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Samuel Johnson
ISBN-10: 1168877571
ISBN-13: 9781168877574
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 74
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d