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LoC No.: 17016770

Title: The Shakespearean Myth: William Shakespeare and Circumstantial Evidence

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "The Shakespearean Myth: William Shakespeare and Circumstantial Evidence" by Appleton Morgan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the controversies surrounding the authorship of the plays attributed to William Shakespeare, arguing that there are significant gaps in evidence regarding his role as their sole creator. Morgan explores the notion that the legacy of the Stratford-born playwright may not be as straightforward or singular as traditionally believed. The opening of the text establishes the premise that, while Shakespeare is celebrated as a literary genius, the circumstances of his life raise questions about whether he could have authored the works attributed to him. Morgan discusses the lack of contemporary documentation supporting Shakespeare's authorship and highlights contrasting accounts of his life, which portray him as a mere actor and theater manager rather than a profound author. He suggests that the evidence typically cited in favor of Shakespeare’s literary status is insufficient and challenges readers to reconsider the historical narrative surrounding such an iconic figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Morgan, Appleton, 1845-1928

EBook No.: 47424

Published: Nov 22, 2014

Downloads: 199

Language: English

Subject: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Authorship -- Baconian theory

Subject: Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626 -- Authorship

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 17016770

Title: The Shakespearean Myth: William Shakespeare and Circumstantial Evidence

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "The Shakespearean Myth: William Shakespeare and Circumstantial Evidence" by Appleton Morgan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the controversies surrounding the authorship of the plays attributed to William Shakespeare, arguing that there are significant gaps in evidence regarding his role as their sole creator. Morgan explores the notion that the legacy of the Stratford-born playwright may not be as straightforward or singular as traditionally believed. The opening of the text establishes the premise that, while Shakespeare is celebrated as a literary genius, the circumstances of his life raise questions about whether he could have authored the works attributed to him. Morgan discusses the lack of contemporary documentation supporting Shakespeare's authorship and highlights contrasting accounts of his life, which portray him as a mere actor and theater manager rather than a profound author. He suggests that the evidence typically cited in favor of Shakespeare’s literary status is insufficient and challenges readers to reconsider the historical narrative surrounding such an iconic figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Morgan, Appleton, 1845-1928

EBook No.: 47424

Published: Nov 22, 2014

Downloads: 199

Language: English

Subject: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Authorship -- Baconian theory

Subject: Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626 -- Authorship

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.