: It doesn't just define words; it often provides a simplified "modern" prose summary of complex passages to help you keep track of the plot's momentum.
: If you find the original language of Hamlet intimidating, this edition acts as a bridge without stripping away the beauty of the original verse. Shakespeare - Hamlet (Longman, 1968)
: The notes emphasize the tension between Hamlet’s moral code and the social expectation of revenge. : It doesn't just define words; it often
: The guide frequently points out Shakespeare's use of "acting" and "theatre" imagery, which was a primary focus of literary criticism in the late 1960s. : It doesn't just define words
: It doesn't just define words; it often provides a simplified "modern" prose summary of complex passages to help you keep track of the plot's momentum.
: If you find the original language of Hamlet intimidating, this edition acts as a bridge without stripping away the beauty of the original verse.
: The notes emphasize the tension between Hamlet’s moral code and the social expectation of revenge.
: The guide frequently points out Shakespeare's use of "acting" and "theatre" imagery, which was a primary focus of literary criticism in the late 1960s.