Shakespeare The Invention of the Human Harold Bloom Hardcover Riverhead Classics

This hardcover edition of "Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human" by acclaimed literary critic Harold Bloom offers profound insights into Shakespeare's unparalleled influence on character development in literature. Published by Riverhead Books in 1998, this comprehensive study analyzes how Shakespeare's creations have shaped the modern understanding of human personality. Bloom delves into Shakespeare’s major plays, providing readers and scholars with a detailed critique of the bard’s psychological depth and artistic mastery. The book includes its original dust jacket and is in good condition, showing normal wear from careful handling. Item Breakdown - Title: Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human - Author: Harold Bloom - Publisher: Riverhead Books (Penguin Putnam Inc.) - Year Published: 1998 - Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket - ISBN: 1-57322-120-1 - Subject Matter: Literary Criticism, Shakespeare Studies - Condition: Good; minor wear to dust jacket edges, clean pages and strong binding - Language: English - Features: Analysis of Shakespeare’s characters and their psychological complexity - Dimensions: Standard hardcover dimensions - Special Attributes: Academic, collectible for literary scholars, first edition hardcover - Country of Manufacture: United States Intended Audience: Students, scholars, literature enthusiasts, collectors Dust jacket shows wear with minor tears and creases along edges. Book dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 inches.