Description
Book SynopsisExamines Abraham Lincoln's fascination with and knowledge of Shakespeare's plays. Michael Anderegg discusses Lincoln's particular interest in
Macbeth and
Hamlet and in Shakespeare's historical plays, where we see themes that resonated deeply with the president.
Trade ReviewWhile Lincoln’s love of Shakespeare is well documented, Michael Anderegg has produced the first fullscale study of that important subject. In addition to skillfully examining the ways that the dramas that Lincoln read or saw were published and performed, Professor Anderegg plausibly analyzes his responses to them. This is a most welcome addition to the Lincoln literature." - Michael Burlingame, author of
Abraham Lincoln: A Life"Marvelously indepth research. Anderegg has effectively turned mined archives into an engaging account-smoothly written with a refreshing lack of jargon. There is much to learn here. - Robert Bray, author of
Reading with Lincoln"This deeply researched and engaging book thoroughly explores Lincoln’s lifelong ‘Shakespearean journey’ and helps us see even more complexity and nuance in our most admired president." - Martin P. Johnson, author of
Writing the Gettysburg Address
