Shakespeare's language
Frank Kermode
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Shakespeare's language
Published
2001
Publisher
Farrar, Straus, Giroux
Pages
324
ISBN-10
0374527741
Description
"This book argues that something extraordinary happened to Shakespeare's language in midcareer, somewhere around 1600.". "An initial discussion of some of the language of the earlier plays looks for signs as to what was afoot, and this leads to a treatment of the central turning point. The rest of the book provides close studies of what came after that, in the great works between Hamlet and The Tempest. Special attention is paid to many passages which are now so obscure that after all the work done by scholars they remain difficult. How could this be so, when Shakespeare was always a popular dramatist? How did this language develop, and how did it happen that in spite of everything Shakespeare had an audience capable of understanding Hamlet at the beginning of the decade and Coriolanus near the end of it?"--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Shakespeare's language?
This edition of Shakespeare's language has approximately 324 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Shakespeare's language?
For most readers, Shakespeare's language typically takes between 6h 45m and 4h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 81,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 24m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 81,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Shakespeare's language?
The estimated word count for Shakespeare's language is approximately 81,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Shakespeare's language?
Shakespeare's language was written by Frank Kermode.
When was Shakespeare's language published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2001. The original work may have been published on a different date.