9781330773031 - Modern Language Notes, Vol. 24 (Classic Reprint) de University, Johns Hopkins (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores King Lear in the context of Celtic tradition. The author shows how the legend of King Lear has been transmitted through Celtic ballads and folklore. The author traces the evolution of the Lear story from its origins in pre -Christian Celtic mythology to its later incarnations in medieval and Renaissance literature. The book examines the various themes and motifs that run through the different versions of the Lear story, including the themes of filial ingratitude, madness, and redemption. The author also discusses the significance of the Lear story in terms of Celtic culture and history. Ultimately, the book sheds new light on one of the most enduring and tragic stories in Western literature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.