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100 1 _aThiselton-Dyer, T. F.
_q(Thomas Firminger),
_d1848-1923
245 1 0 _aFolk-lore of Shakespeare
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-29
508 _aProduced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
520 _a"Folk-lore of Shakespeare" by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer is a scholarly examination of the folklore references in Shakespeare’s works, written in the late 19th century. The text delves into various elements of folklore such as fairies, witches, demons, and ghostly apparitions, illustrating how they are intertwined with the social and cultural context of the Elizabethan era. The book aims to illuminate the rich tapestry of beliefs that informed Shakespeare’s writing, offering insights into how folklore influenced his characters and narratives. The opening of this work presents an introduction to the theme of fairies in Shakespeare's plays, highlighting their significance in the Elizabethan imagination. The author elaborates on the portrayal of fairy characters like Oberon and Titania, showcasing how Shakespeare’s representations reflect contemporary folklore traditions. This section discusses the intricate relationship between fairies and the folkloric beliefs of the time, exploring their characteristics, roles, and the cultural backdrop that shaped their depiction in plays such as "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Overall, it sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of how the folk-lore resonated within Shakespeare’s literary legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Knowledge -- Folklore
653 _aLiterature and folklore -- England -- History -- 16th century
653 _aLiterature and folklore -- England -- History -- 17th century
653 _aFolklore in literature
653 _aOral tradition -- England
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32183
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