Article asserts that French critics appreciated Shakespeare much earlier than had English critics. The article also separates French critics of Shakespeare into distinct categories.
Shakespeare criticism; Shakespeare, the critical tradition; Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616; Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Essay discusses the author's contention that Shakespeare and Balzac share a similar level of creative genius and unique lasting qualities as prolific artists.
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616; Shakespeare, text and performance; Shakespeare plays; Shakespearean actors and actresses; Shakespeare criticism
Essay discusses both the origins and lasting interest in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' over the years. Includes a discussion of how the staging of the play has continued to evolve.
