The Life And Death Of Sir John Falstaff (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432575519)

The Life and Death of Sir John Falstaff is a book written by George Radford. It is a biographical account of the fictional character Sir John Falstaff, who is a prominent figure in William Shakespeare's plays Henry IV and The Merry Wives of Windsor. The book explores the life of Falstaff, a humorous and larger-than-life character who is known for his wit, love of drinking, and his relationship with Prince Hal, who later becomes King Henry V. Radford delves into Falstaff's origins, his relationships with other characters in the plays, and his eventual demise. The book provides insight into the cultural and historical context of Shakespeare's plays, and how they reflect the society of the time. Radford also examines the literary techniques used by Shakespeare to create such a memorable character as Falstaff, and how he has become a beloved figure in English literature.Overall, The Life and Death of Sir John Falstaff is a fascinating exploration of one of Shakespeare's most iconic characters, and a must-read for fans of the Bard and English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Radford
ISBN-10: 1432575511
ISBN-13: 9781432575519
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.44d