The Spirit of Dreaming in Shakespeare

Kelly Bulkeley author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Publishing:2nd Feb '27

£119.99

This title is due to be published on 2nd February, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

The Spirit of Dreaming in Shakespeare cover

This book explores Shakespeare’s religious significance through the lens of dreaming, offering a fresh perspective on his works. By analyzing the role of dreams in plays like Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, it uncovers a subtle spirituality that transcends traditional religious teachings. Dreams in Shakespeare’s plays—ranging from prophetic visions to magical transformations —invite reflection on deeper spiritual possibilities. Blending religious studies, psychoanalysis, and dream research, it offers a new understanding of Shakespeare’s insight into the visionary power of the human mind, appealing to scholars, theater enthusiasts, and general readers alike.

ISBN: 9783032298003

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Weight: unknown

304 pages