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First published in 1875, General William T. Sherman's memoir was one of the first from the Civil War and was offered to the public because, as Sherman wrote in his dedication, "no satisfactory history" of the war was yet available. Although Memoirs has been revised and corrected many times over the years, Sherman famously never changed the original text of his recollections.

Sir Ian McKellen, fresh from his performance as Gandalf in Lord of the Rings, is Prospero, and heads a strong cast in Shakespeare’s last great play. The wronged duke raises a tempest to shipwreck his old opponents on his island so that he can ensure justice is done. With Emilia Fox as Miranda, Scott Handy in the pivotal role of the sprite Ariel, and Ben Owukwe as Caliban.

Everyone knows something of Shakespeare's sonnets, even if only in memorable fragments like "the darling buds of May," or "remembrance of things past," or "the marriage of true minds." For centuries these wonderfully crafted, intense lyrics have stood for something valued about youth, love, and the emotional complexities belonging to that time of life. This new recording presents all 154 of Shakespeare's sonnets, using the New Cambridge Shakespeare texts.

Nel 2016 ricorrono i quattrocento anni dalla morte di William Shakespeare. In realtà, nel 1616 morì un attore semianalfabeta di Stratford che si era impossessato del nome d'arte e delle opere di due italiani, Michelangelo e Giovanni Florio, padre e figlio emigrati in Inghilterra perché ricercati dall'Inquisizione. Negli ultimi quattro secoli sono stati occultati e forse distrutti documenti e scritti che conducevano a una verità diversa da quella che oggi conosciamo. Ma un delitto, si dice, non è mai perfetto. Non s'immaginava, infatti, che nelle opere di Shakespeare esistessero messaggi in codice, frasi apparentemente banali e prive di senso contenenti informazioni indirizzate ai pochi in grado di decifrarle.

Banished from his own lands by a usurping brother, Prospero and his daughter Miranda have been living on a deserted island for years, until fate brings the brother within the range of Prospero's powers. Will he seek revenge, or reconcilement? View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: www.solgood.org/subscribeThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are in the public domain.

‘Enlightening, moving’ SIR IAN MCKELLEN From the acclaimed and bestselling biographer Jonathan Bate, a luminous new exploration of Shakespeare and how his themes can untangle comedy and tragedy, learning and loving in our modern lives. ‘The web of our life is of a mingled yarn, good and...

Step into the world of William Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, a compelling tale likely penned between 1596 and 1598 and included in the First Folio of 1623. At the heart of the story lies Bassanio, a down-on-his-luck gentleman, who enlists the help of his friend Antonio, a merchant, to secure a loan from the wealthy and vengeful Shylock. The stakes are high if Antonio fails to repay, he must forfeit a pound of flesh. This loan is intended to help Bassanio woo the beautiful heiress Portia. Meanwhile, a subplot unfolds as Shylocks daughter, Jessica, elopes with Lorenzo, a Christian friend ...

Immerse yourself in the timeless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, one of William Shakespeares earliest masterpieces. This heart-wrenching tale follows two young lovers whose intense passion leads to devastating consequences, ultimately bridging the divide between their warring families. Celebrated for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth, this play remains a favorite among audiences and critics alike. Its enduring influence is evident, as Romeo and Juliet continue to symbolize the archetype of young love, captivating hearts across generations. (Summary from Wikipedia)

Dive into William Shakespeares Richard II, the first of eight captivating plays that chronicles the tumultuous events of the War of the Roses, spanning from around 1365 to the death of Richard III in 1485. This engaging rendition, narrated by Cori and enriched by the editing talents of J. M. Smallheer and John Gonzalez, features an impressive cast bringing to life a diverse array of characters. Experience the political intrigue and personal struggles of royalty and nobility through the voices of talented actors, including Annie Coleman as the Narrator and Peter Yearsley as King Richard II. ...

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William Shakespeares Macbeth is a haunting exploration of ambition and moral decay. Set against the backdrop of Scotland, this powerful tragedy reveals the devastating psychological and political consequences that arise when Macbeth, a noble lord, succumbs to his dark desires for power. After committing regicide to seize the throne, his descent into tyranny and madness spirals into a realm of violence and civil unrest. Ultimately, Macbeths insatiable hunger for control leads to his own downfall, stripping him of everything that once gave his life meaning. (Summary by Wikipedia)

By the time Shakespeare came to write Macbeth - almost certainly in 1605/1606 - he had already completed three of the great tragedies with which modern audiences are so familiar: Hamlet (1601), Othello (1603), and King Lear (1605). Each of those plays gives us an eponymous hero who is in some significant way flawed, but for whom we also inevitably feel deep sympathy, whatever his errors or crimes. But in MacBeth, Shakespeare has chosen for his tragic hero a man guilty of the most terrible crime imaginable to a Jacobean audience, that of regicide - the murder of a king.

Dive into the world of Shakespearean characters with this insightful exploration by 19th-century critic William Hazlitt. He artfully examines how Shakespeare crafts characters that resonate with life, often eclipsing the complexities of human nature in both their internal and external realms. Hazlitt eloquently asserts that these characters breathe, move, and live, behaving as if completely autonomous. Initially a bestseller, the books popularity waned after a harsh critique in The Quarterly Review, which tarnished Hazlitts reputation for years. It wasn’t until the mid-20th century that his ...

Why Shakespeare? What explains our continued fascination with his poems and plays? In Living with Shakespeare, Susannah Carson invites 40 actors, directors, scholars, and writers to reflect on why his work is still such a vital part of our culture.

The multi award-winning SmartPass study guide, with and without commentary options. This is a full-cast, unabridged performance with comprehensive commentary and analysis for any student to fully understand and appreciate the play. Soak up the atmosphere of ancient Rome. Decide for yourself whether Caesar's power and ambition was a threat to the Republic, and whether assassination can ever be justified.

Hamlet is commonly regarded as one of the greatest plays ever written. Drawing on Danish chronicles and the Elizabethan vogue for revenge tragedy, Shakespeare created a play that is at once a philosophic treatise, a family drama, and a supernatural thriller. In the wake of his father's death, Prince Hamlet finds that his Uncle Claudius has swiftly taken the throne and married his mother, Queen Gertrude. The ghost of the dead king then appears and charges Claudius with 'murder most foul.' Hamlet is called to revenge his father's death: but will he be able to act before it is too late?View our ...

SparkNotes Audio presents … No Fear Shakespeare audio recordings! Listen to full cast performances of Shakespeare's plays in all their brilliance—and understand what every word means! Don’t be intimidated by Shakespeare. These audiobook editions make the Bard’s plays accessible and...

A provocative, moving, kinky, and often absurdly funny memoir about Shakespeare, love, obsession, and spanking When it came to understanding love, a teenage Jillian Keenan had nothing to guide her—until a production of The Tempest sent Shakespeare’s language flowing through her blood for the...

Mark Antony, one of three rulers of Rome, is in love with Cleopatra, queen of Egypt. Antony is summoned back to Rome, where he clashes with another ruler, Octavius, before returning to Cleopatra in Egypt. Now in battle with Octavius, Antony and Cleopatra suffer losses and miscommunication and both eventually commit suicide.

Delve into the political intrigue and drama of ancient Rome with Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." This podcast brings to life the timeless story of power, betrayal, and ambition through detailed analysis and captivating performances. Perfect for history buffs and literature lovers alike, gain a deeper understanding of this iconic play.