| Description |
376 pages ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Gender principles -- Formal equivalents of the gender principles -- Power : the first tetralogy -- Marriage -- Constancy -- Money -- Realm of emotion -- Chaste constancy -- Problem plays -- Chaos come again : ideals banished -- Late tragedies -- New sythesis : Romances |
| Summary |
William Shakespeare regarded men and women quite differently. In his early plays, the so-called masculine qualities of prowess, bravery, and individualism were accorded more respect than "feminine" attributes of mercy, compassion, and intuitiveness. Yet, in his later plays, there is evidence of a reversal in Shakespeare's attitudes, a new fear of the power of the masculine principle and new admiration for the feminine. Marilyn French offers a feminist perspective on each of Shakespeare's plays. More than a brilliantly original literary interpretation, this fascinating volume provides penetrating insight into attitudes toward men, women, love, and power in Western culture. - Publisher |
| Notes |
Publishers vary |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Criticism and interpretation.
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Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.
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Drama -- Psychological aspects.
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Sex differences (Psychology) in literature.
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Sex role in literature.
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| LC no. |
80023147 |
| ISBN |
067144865X |
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