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How Shakespeare Bought His Way into the Upper Class | Stephen Greenblatt

Johnathan Bi

CHAPTER

Exploring Duality and Ambition in Shakespeare's Works

This chapter delves into the complexities of Shakespeare's social ambitions, highlighting the irony of his criticism of social climbing while navigating his own aspirations. The discussion examines the duality of human and divine influenced by Christianity, revealing contradictions in literary figures and reflecting on the intricate themes within Shakespeare's works.

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