Shakespeare’s Debt to Montaigne

Shakespeare's Debt To Montaigne is a book written by George Coffin Taylor that explores the influence of Michel de Montaigne on the works of William Shakespeare. The book delves into the similarities between Montaigne's Essays and Shakespeare's plays, highlighting the ways in which Shakespeare drew inspiration from Montaigne's ideas and themes. Taylor argues that Montaigne's philosophy of skepticism, humanism, and moral relativism can be seen throughout Shakespeare's works, particularly in plays such as Hamlet, King Lear, and The Tempest. The book also examines the historical context in which Shakespeare and Montaigne lived, providing a deeper understanding of the cultural and intellectual climate that shaped their ideas. Overall, Shakespeare's Debt To Montaigne offers a fascinating exploration of the relationship between two of the most influential writers in Western 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.