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100 1 _aAdams, Oscar Fay,
_d1855-1919
245 1 2 _aA motley jest
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2023-12-27
505 0 _aA Shakespearean fantasy -- The merchant of Venice, act sixth -- Note by William J. Rolfe.
508 _aCarol Brown, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)emails: add dp-post@pgdp.net
520 _a"A motley jest : Shakespearean diversions" by Oscar Fay Adams is a theatrical work blending elements of fantasy and homage to Shakespeare's plays, written in the early 20th century. This book is largely a dramatic continuation and reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s works, specifically showcasing a new act for "The Merchant of Venice" and an entirely original "Shakespearean Fantasy". It aims to explore the characters and themes established by Shakespeare, expanding on their stories and interactions in a whimsical and imaginative setting. The book features two central pieces. The first, "A Shakespearean Fantasy", invites readers to experience fictional conversations and scenes involving iconic characters such as Caliban, Ferdinand, and Miranda, set in a fantastical version of Shakespeare’s universe. The characters engage in playful dialogues and humorous exchanges while reflecting on their pasts. The second piece introduces "The Merchant of Venice: Act Sixth", where Shylock grapples with his new identity after converting to Christianity amidst public turmoil. The interactions highlight Shylock's emotional turmoil, revenge plans, and reflections on identity and belonging. These revisited characters and situations provide both a nostalgic trip for Shakespeare fans and a new layer of interpretation, allowing a fresh exploration of beloved narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cBoston: Sherman, French & Company, 1909
653 _aDrama
653 _aShakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/motleyjestshakes00adamiala/page/n7/mode/2up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72515
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