Shakespeare’s borrowed feathers

How early modern playwrights shaped the world’s greatest writer

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Darren Freebury-Jones
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Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers takes readers on a captivating journey through the intricate web of influence that shaped the works of William Shakespeare. The book delves into the vibrant world of early modern playwrights, unveiling the profound impact of contemporaries like Marlowe, Kyd, and Middleton on Shakespeare's output. With meticulous research and fresh perspectives, this compelling work illuminates the intricate dance of ideas, inspirations, and adaptations that flowed between playwrights of the era. From the echoes of Lyly's wit to the collaborative genius of Fletcher, the book offers startling insights into Shakespeare's artistic development. Freebury-Jones invites readers into Shakespeare’s theatrical landscape, shedding light on the interconnected community of playwrights who shaped the era. By employing innovative methods of analysis, the book beckons us to recognise the power of acknowledging Shakespeare's debts to his fellow dramatists. Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers offers new ways of looking at the masterpieces that have enchanted audiences for centuries, reminding us that behind the genius of a single man lies a tapestry of collaborative brilliance.

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