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Shakespeare and the folktale : an anthology of stories /

An international collection of the traditional tales that inspired some of Shakespeare's greatest plays. Shakespeare knew a good story when he heard one, and he wasn't afraid to borrow from what he heard or read, especially traditional folktales. The Merchant of Venice, for example, draws...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Artese, Charlotte, 1973- (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, [2019]
Subjects:
Shakespeare, William, > 1564-1616 > Themes, motives.
Tales > Influence.
Folklore > Influence.

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