The Birds of Shakespeare

von James Edmund Harting

346 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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The Birds of Shakespeare by James Edmund Harting is a comprehensive guide to the various bird species that are mentioned in the works of William Shakespeare. The book covers over 200 species of birds that are referenced in Shakespeare's plays and sonnets, providing detailed descriptions of each bird's appearance, behavior, and symbolism. The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides an overview of the birds in Shakespeare's works, including their significance and symbolism in the context of the plays and sonnets. The second part of the book is a detailed catalogue of the birds themselves, arranged alphabetically by their common names. Each entry includes information on the bird's habitat, behavior, and appearance, as well as its significance in Shakespeare's works.The Birds of Shakespeare is a valuable resource for bird enthusiasts, literary scholars, and anyone interested in the natural world and its depiction in literature. Harting's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book an accessible and informative read for both experts and lay readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• ISBN: 9781432540586
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.04.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC