{"product_id":"shakespeare-s-comedies-an-anthology-of-modern-criticism-edited-by-laurence-lerner-rare-books","title":"Shakespeare`s Comedies An Anthology of Modern Criticism Edited by Laurence Lerner [rare books]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"165\"\u003eShakespeare’s Comedies: An Anthology of Modern Criticism\u003c\/em\u003e is a scholarly collection that brings together a wide range of critical essays and interpretations of William Shakespeare’s most celebrated comedies, including \u003cem data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eA Midsummer Night’s Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eTwelfth Night\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"388\"\u003eAs You Like It\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eMuch Ado About Nothing\u003c\/em\u003e, and others. Edited by \u003cstrong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eLaurence Lerner\u003c\/strong\u003e, the anthology offers readers a comprehensive overview of how modern critics have approached Shakespeare’s humor, themes, and dramatic techniques. The essays explore key aspects of the comedies — such as love, gender, disguise, language, and social order — while examining how these plays reflect the complexities of human relationships and Elizabethan society. By presenting diverse perspectives, from traditional literary analysis to modern psychoanalytic and feminist readings, this volume provides students and scholars with a deeper appreciation of Shakespeare’s enduring genius and the timeless appeal of his comic art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"2089\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eAbout the Editor – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"2089\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eLaurence Lerner\u003c\/strong\u003e (1925–2016) was a distinguished literary critic, poet, novelist, and academic known for his insightful contributions to English literature studies. Born in South Africa, Lerner later moved to the United Kingdom, where he taught English at universities including Sussex and Sussex. Over his career, he published extensively on poetry, literary criticism, and the works of Shakespeare and other major authors. Lerner was deeply interested in the interaction between literature and moral philosophy, often highlighting how classic texts reveal human complexity and ethical dilemmas. In addition to his academic work, he published several volumes of poetry and fiction, showcasing his versatility as both a critic and a creative writer. His editorial work on \u003cem data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eShakespeare’s Comedies\u003c\/em\u003e reflects his ability to bridge traditional scholarship with modern critical thought, making Shakespeare’s works accessible and relevant to contemporary readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45289110175930,"sku":"36911NF29-Used","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/sc6.jpg?v=1762157596","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/shakespeare-s-comedies-an-anthology-of-modern-criticism-edited-by-laurence-lerner-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}