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The Life of William Shakespeare

A Critical Biography

Lois PotterSeries: Wiley Blackwell Critical Biographies
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Year
2012
Language
English

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“The Life of Robert Frost” presents a unique and rich approach to the poet that includes original genealogical research concerning Frost's ancestors, and a demonstration of how mental illness plagued the Frost family and heavily influenced Frost's poetry.
• A widely revealing biography of Frost that discusses his often-perplexing journey from humble roots to poetic fame, revealing new details of Frost's life
• Takes a unique approach by giving attention to Frost's genealogy and the family history of mental illness, presenting a complete picture of Frost's complexity
• Discusses the traumatic effect on Frost of his father's early death and the impact on his poetry and outlook
• Presents original information on the influence of his mother's Swedenborgian mysticism

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