Publisher's Synopsis
""Seven Lectures on Shakespeare and Milton"" is a collection of lectures delivered by the renowned English poet and literary critic Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Shakespeare and the second part on Milton. In the lectures on Shakespeare, Coleridge delves into the various aspects of Shakespeare's plays, including their structure, characters, themes, and language. He also offers insights into Shakespeare's creative process and the historical context in which he wrote. The lectures cover a range of plays, from the well-known tragedies like ""Hamlet"" and ""Macbeth"" to the lesser-known works like ""Pericles"" and ""Cymbeline.""In the lectures on Milton, Coleridge explores the epic poem ""Paradise Lost"" in detail. He discusses the themes of the poem, such as the fall of man and the nature of evil, and examines Milton's use of language and imagery. Coleridge also provides historical and biographical context for the poem, discussing Milton's life and the political and religious climate in which he wrote.Overall, ""Seven Lectures on Shakespeare and Milton"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the works of these two great English writers. Coleridge's insights and analysis offer a deeper understanding of their works and their place in literary history.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.
