critical interpretations of Shakespeare's plays and poetry
Hacht, Anne Marie
Collection of essays by Shakespeare scholars that have been selected for students at the high school or undergraduate college level. Each entry includes an introduction; a plot synopsis; a character list; a discussion of the work's principal themes; information about the style and literary devices used; a conversation about the work's historical context; and a critical overview.
Analyzes the text of Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor" and discusses its critical and stage interpretations. Includes illustrations, an updated introduction, a list of characters, and a reading list.