Shakespeare's comedies combine charm and wit with probing intelligence. Through detailed analysis of passages fromA Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like ItandTwelfth Nightthis book explores the satire and sympathy, the linguistic variety, and the dramatic skill which make Shakespearean comedy both entertaining and profound. Part II suggests connections with the rest of Shakespeare's work, and concludes with a survey of comic theory and criticism devoted to the comedies. | Shakespeare by R. p. Draper, Paperback | Indigo Chapters | Shakespeare by R.p. Draper, Paperback | Indigo Chapters