Shakespeare as Political Thinker

by John Alvis

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The essays contained in this book proceed from the common conviction that Shakespeare s poetry conveys a wisdom about politics commensurate with his artistry. Well-known thinkers discuss Shakespeare's understanding of politics, the idea of the best polity, the relationship between character and political life, and the interpenetration of poetry, politics, religion, and philosophy.
  • ISBN10 1882926501
  • ISBN13 9781882926503
  • Publish Date 3 December 2005
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 3 February 2012
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint ISI Books
  • Edition 2nd Rev and Expanded ed.
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 435
  • Language English