Description
'Shakespeare and Precious Stones' by George Frederick Kunz delves into the known references to precious stones in Shakespeare's works, exploring sentiments, folklore, symbolism, and mysticism surrounding them. The book covers their use in protection, religion, divination, birthstones, and more, shedding light on Shakespeare's knowledge and the historical context of gemstones. Kunz uncovers the poet's familiarity with gemstone imagery, providing a deeper understanding of his artistic choices. The book also discusses the significance of jewels in Shakespeare's poems and the connection between Shakespeare and printer Richard Field.
Details
Publisher - HardPress Limited
Language - English
Perfect Bound
Contributors
By author
George Frederick Kunz
Published Date - 2013-01-28
ISBN - 9781313115230
Dimensions - 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 cm
Page Count - 114
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