New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries (1884)

New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries is a book written by Charles Mackay and published in 1884. The book is a comprehensive study of the language used by Shakespeare and his contemporaries, with a focus on words and phrases that may be unfamiliar to modern readers. Mackay's work is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the language used by Shakespeare and his contemporaries, such as archaic words, idiomatic expressions, and obscure references. He provides examples from Shakespeare's plays and other works of the time to illustrate his points and offers explanations and interpretations of the language used. The book is intended to be a resource for scholars and students of Shakespeare and his contemporaries, as well as for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language. Mackay's writing is clear and accessible, and he provides a wealth of information and insight into the language of the Elizabethan era. Overall, New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the language and literature of this period in English history.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.