Marjorie Garber examines the rites of passage and maturation patterns--"coming of age"--in Shakespeare's plays. Citing examples from virtually the entire Shakes

Great literary works resonate with readers not only because of well-developed characters and plots, but also because they often reflect important social themes.

In The Age of Shakespeare, Frank Kermode uses the history and culture of the Elizabethan era to enlighten us about William Shakespeare and his poetry and plays.

Marjorie Garber examines the rites of passage and maturation patterns--"coming of age"--in Shakespeare's plays. Citing examples from virtually the entire Shakes

Describes Shakespeare's experiences in London and his retirement to the country in a fictional account that includes excerpts from his works.