J Dover Wilson's book is a classic of Shakespeare criticism. Hamlet has excited more curiosity and aroused more debate than any other play ever written. Is Hamlet really mad? Does he really see his father's ghost, or is it an illusion? Is the ghost good or bad? What does it all mean? Dover Wilson brings out the significance of each part of the complex action, against the background. His analysis of the play emphasises Shakespeare's dramatic art and shows how the play must be seen and heard...

What would you do with one more call?The Phone seems to pop innocently into existence for anyone, in what feels like their hour of greatest need. But what is spoken into the receiver changes more in our world than it does in for the dead.Inspired by real events, experienced and debut authors have come together in 2021 to create these epic moments in the lives of rebels, explorers, aliens, killers, orphans, and more.With each story, we're confronted by the question, ...

In "John Lyly," John Dover Wilson offers a scholarly exploration of the life and works of one of the most significant figures of the English Renaissance. Wilson employs a meticulous and critical literary style, weaving together biographical details with a profound analysis of Lyly's contributions to the development of English drama and prose. The work engages with the broader literary context of the period, addressing Lyly's innovative use of language, wit, and allegory that distinguished ...

The anthology 'The War and Democracy' presents a profound exploration of the tumultuous relationship between warfare and democratic ideals. Spanning a range of literary styles, from incisive essays to thought-provoking analyses, this collection synthesizes multifaceted perspectives that invite readers to ponder the transformative impact of war on democratic society. The works within dive into the complex interplay of conflict and governance, illustrating how democracy is both challenged an...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

In "John Lyly," John Dover Wilson provides an in-depth examination of the life and works of the Elizabethan playwright, whose contributions to English drama have been often overshadowed yet profoundly influential. Wilson's meticulously crafted prose intertwines literary analysis with biographical context, revealing Lyly'Äôs unique narrative style characterized by intricate prose and witty dialogue. The book situates Lyly within the Renaissance theater movement, exploring his pioneering rol...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic prose and verse read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.‘The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.’Shakespeare's political thriller tells the story of the conspiracy against Caesar, his assassination and the defeat of ...

A play replete with puns and double-entendres, this is one of Shakespeare’s earliest and most lighthearted.The young king of Navarre and three of his courtiers have vowed to lock themselves away for three years of study and fasting, and to forswear the company of women for this period. No sooner is their vow made than it is tested, however, as the princess of France and three of her ladies arrive in Navarre on a diplomatic mission. The young men fall instantly and hopelessly in lov...

In her short story collection, Even Greater Mistakes, Charlie Jane Anders upends genre cliches and revitalizes classic tropes with heartfelt and pants-wettingly funny social commentary.The woman who can see all possible futures is dating the man who can see the one and only foreordained future.A wildly popular slapstick filmmaker is drawn, against his better judgment, into working with a fascist militia, against a background of social collapse....

This book is an attempt to demonstrate several distinct and novel propositions. These are: 1. That there once existed in the Atlantic Ocean, opposite the mouth of the Mediterranean Sea, a large island, which was the remnant of an Atlantic continent, and known to the ancient world as Atlantis. 2. That the description of this island given by Plato is not, as has been long supposed, fable, but veritable history. 3. That Atlantis was the region where man first rose from a state of barbarism to...

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The ultimate Shakespeare's collection targeting the most demanding readers, featuring more than 73 titles and extras, annotated, illustrated and designed specifically for your e-reader.In this carefully put together e-book, you will find:– All of Shaksepeare’s plays.– The apocrypha works.– The poems and sonnets.– Introduction and analysis for each play.– Dozens of biographical and criticism extras so that you can discover more of his personal...