Shakespeare the Boy
With Sketches of the Home and School Life, Games and Sports, Manners, Customs and Folk-lore of the TimeBy W. J. Rolfe
Length5h 37m
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In "Shakespeare the Boy," W. J. Rolfe delves into the formative years of one of the greatest playwrights in history, William Shakespeare. This biographical exploration combines vivid narrative with meticulous analysis, illuminating Shakespeare's early life in Elizabethan England. Rolfe employs a rich prose style punctuated by detailed historical context, shedding light on the influences that shaped the young literary giant. Through engaging anecdotes and well-researched arguments, the book not only highlights the sociocultural environment of Stratford-upon-Avon but also examines how familial ties and local traditions informed Shakespeare's later works. W. J. Rolfe, a noted Shakespearian scholar and educator, brings a wealth of knowledge to this examination of Shakespeare's youth. His scholarly background, combined with a passion for literary analysis, drives Rolfe to reconstruct the nuances of Shakespeare's adolescent experiences. Such insights stem from years of studying Shakespeare's texts and the historical frameworks that surround them, giving readers a comprehensive glimpse into the events and influences that paved the way for Shakespeare'Äôs extraordinary career. "Shakespeare the Boy" is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the roots of Shakespeare's genius. Rolfe's engaging writing style and thorough research make this book accessible to both scholars and casual readers alike. Delve into the life of the boy who would become a literary titan and discover the intricacies behind the words that continue to resonate through the ages.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length5 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Part I HIS NATIVE TOWN AND NEIGHBORHOOD
2WARWICKSHIRE
3WARWICK CASTLE AND SAINT MARY'S CHURCH.
4WARWICK IN HISTORY.
5GUY OF WARWICK.
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6KENILWORTH CASTLE.
7COVENTRY.
8CHARLECOTE HALL.
9STRATFORD-ON-AVON.
10THE EARLY HISTORY OF STRATFORD.
11THE STRATFORD GUILD.
12THE STRATFORD CORPORATION.
13THE TOPOGRAPHY OF STRATFORD.
14Part II. HIS HOME LIFE
15THE DWELLING-HOUSES OF THE TIME
16THE HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.
17FOOD AND DRINK.
18THE TRAINING OF CHILDREN.
19INDOOR AMUSEMENTS.
20POPULAR BOOKS.
21STORY-TELLING.
22CHRISTENINGS.
23SUPERSTITIONS CONNECTED WITH BIRTH AND BAPTISM.
24CHARMS AND AMULETS.
25FOOTNOTES:
26Part III. AT SCHOOL
27THE STRATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL
28WHAT SHAKESPEARE LEARNT AT SCHOOL.
29THE NEGLECT OF ENGLISH.
30SCHOOL LIFE IN SHAKESPEARE'S DAY.
31SCHOOL MORALS.
32SCHOOL DISCIPLINE.
33WHEN WILLIAM LEFT SCHOOL.
34FOOTNOTES:
35Part IV. GAMES AND SPORTS
36BOYISH GAMES
37SWIMMING AND FISHING.
38BEAR-BAITING.
39COCK-FIGHTING AND COCK-THROWING.
40OTHER CRUEL SPORTS.
41ARCHERY.
42HUNTING
43FOWLING.
44HAWKING.
45THEATRICAL ENTERTAINMENTS.
46Part V. HOLIDAYS, FESTIVALS, FAIRS, ETC
47SAINT GEORGE'S DAY.
48EASTER.
49THE PERAMBULATION OF THE PARISH.
50MAY-DAY AND THE MORRIS-DANCE.
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