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Analysing Race in William Shakespeare's Plays

Author(s) Pankaj Yadav, Prof Bandana Sharma
Country India
Abstract This research paper engages in a comprehensive examination of the intricate thematic presence of race in William Shakespeare's body of work. Positioned within the broader historical context of Elizabethan England, the analysis navigates the multifaceted ways in which racial representation, identity, and societal attitudes manifest across a selection of Shakespearean plays. Utilizing critical race theory and postcolonial perspectives, the research seeks to uncover the nuanced layers and implications of Shakespeare's engagement with race. William Shakespeare often hailed as the quintessential playwright of the English Renaissance, crafted works that transcend temporal boundaries. This research paper delves into the profound exploration of race within his plays, interrogating the nuances of racial discourse embedded in the cultural fabric of Elizabethan England. To fully appreciate Shakespeare's treatment of race, one must first delve into the historical backdrop of Elizabethan England. The socio-cultural tapestry of the time, woven with colonialism, religious tensions, and hierarchical structures, provides a foundational understanding of the racial attitudes that influenced Shakespeare's works.
Keywords Hierarchical, Elizabethan, Colonialism, Race, Postcolonial, Socio-cultural, Colonialism.
Field Arts
Published In Volume 1, Issue 1, July-August 2019
Published On 2019-08-11
Cite This Analysing Race in William Shakespeare's Plays - Pankaj Yadav, Prof Bandana Sharma - IJFMR Volume 1, Issue 1, July-August 2019.

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