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The Man Shakespeare - And his Tragic Life Story

Frank Harris

Publisher: Read & Co. Books

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“The Man, Shakespeare - And his Tragic Life Story” is a 1909 work by Frank Harris that explores the character of Shakespeare by analysing that of his most notable characters. This fascinating volume offers a unique insight into the world-famous playwright, constituting a must-read for fans of Shakespeare's timeless work. Contents include: “Hamlet: Romeo—Jaques”, “Hamlet—Macbeth”, “Duke Vincentio—Posthumous”, “Shakespeare's Men Of Action: The Bastard, Arthur, And King Richard II”, “Shakespeare's Men Of Action (continued) Hot-Spur, Henry V., Richard III”, “Shakespeare's Men Of Action (Concluded): King Henry VI And Richard III”, “Shakespeare As Lyric Poet: “Twelfth Night”, etc.

Frank Harris (1855–1931) was an Irish-American novelist, editor, journalist, publisher, and short story writer who had acquaintances with many famous people of his day.  Other notable works by this author include: “Confessional” (1930), “The Yellow Ticket And Other Stories” (1914), and “Contemporary Portraits” (1915–1923). This classic work is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with an introductory biography of the author.

Available since: 02/20/2020.

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