Originally published in 1981, this second edition built on the success of the first which had established itself as a standard introduction to the poetry of... Læs mere
This text adopts a stylistic approach, but in taking an historical viewpoint in its explanations of English, it aims to provide a firm sense of both the structure of the language and much of its history.
This revised edition aims to take account of the important work on Shakespeare's language and style between 1981 and 1991. It also aims to be more conscious of the theatrical dimension and includes a new chapter with a reading of four plays.
Originally published in 1981, this second edition built on the success of the first which had established itself as a standard introduction to the poetry of... Læs mere