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Title: William Shakespeare

Note: Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Laura Natal Rodriguez and Marc D'Hooghe at
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Summary: "WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE" by Victor Hugo is a literary critique and biography written in the mid-19th century. The work serves to explore the life and genius of William Shakespeare, emphasizing the interconnection between art and civilization, while also celebrating Shakespeare's impact on poetry and drama. It is a deep examination of artistic genius, with a reflective and philosophical tone. At the start of the book, the narrative presents a somber setting where a family of exiles resides in a lonely house on the island of Jersey, symbolizing the struggles of artistic individuals facing societal rejection. The father and son engage in a profound conversation about the nature of exile, leading the son to express his intention to translate Shakespeare. This opening sets up a deep exploration of Shakespeare's life, the artistic mission, and the turbulent historical context in which he lived. Victor Hugo’s admiration for Shakespeare is palpable, as he posits that mastering the challenges of art requires a profound engagement with human thought and emotion, creating a rich tapestry of reflection that will unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885

Translator: Baillot, A. (Amédée)

EBook No.: 53490

Published: Nov 10, 2016

Downloads: 381

Language: English

Subject: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

Subject: Dramatists, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography

Subject: Stratford-upon-Avon (England) -- Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: William Shakespeare

Note: Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Laura Natal Rodriguez and Marc D'Hooghe at
Free Literature (online soon in an extended version, also
linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's,
educational materials,...) Images generously made available
by the Hathi Trust

Summary: "WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE" by Victor Hugo is a literary critique and biography written in the mid-19th century. The work serves to explore the life and genius of William Shakespeare, emphasizing the interconnection between art and civilization, while also celebrating Shakespeare's impact on poetry and drama. It is a deep examination of artistic genius, with a reflective and philosophical tone. At the start of the book, the narrative presents a somber setting where a family of exiles resides in a lonely house on the island of Jersey, symbolizing the struggles of artistic individuals facing societal rejection. The father and son engage in a profound conversation about the nature of exile, leading the son to express his intention to translate Shakespeare. This opening sets up a deep exploration of Shakespeare's life, the artistic mission, and the turbulent historical context in which he lived. Victor Hugo’s admiration for Shakespeare is palpable, as he posits that mastering the challenges of art requires a profound engagement with human thought and emotion, creating a rich tapestry of reflection that will unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885

Translator: Baillot, A. (Amédée)

EBook No.: 53490

Published: Nov 10, 2016

Downloads: 381

Language: English

Subject: Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

Subject: Dramatists, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography

Subject: Stratford-upon-Avon (England) -- Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.