Edward Capell English critic. Country: Great Britain

Content:

1. Life and Work of an Eminent Shakespearean Critic
2. Shakespearean Scholarship
3. "Notes and various readings on Shakespeare"
4. "School of Shakespeare"
5. Old English Poetry
6. Legacy

Life and Work of an Eminent Shakespearean Critic

Early Life and Education

Born in England, this renowned critic dedicated his life to illuminating the works of William Shakespeare.

Shakespearean Scholarship

"Explaining Shakespeare"

The critic's primary mission was to elucidate the complexities of Shakespeare's plays. He meticulously edited a comprehensive edition of Shakespeare's works, published between 1767 and 1778. The edition featured an insightful introduction in the original Old English language.

"Notes and various readings on Shakespeare"

In 1775, he published "Notes and various readings on Shakespeare," a collection of scholarly annotations and textual variations.

"School of Shakespeare"

In 1783, he released "School of Shakespeare," which traced the origins of Shakespeare's plots and language to earlier sources.

Old English Poetry

Beyond his Shakespearean scholarship, the critic also contributed to the study of Old English literature. He published a compilation of Old English poems titled "Prolussions."

Legacy

This English critic's exhaustive work on Shakespeare transformed the understanding and appreciation of the playwright's genius. His contributions to literary scholarship continue to inspire scholars and enhance the world's understanding of one of literature's greatest masters.

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