A Comparative Analysis of William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" and Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" (eBook)

Oliver Tumbo (Autor)

eBook Download: PDF

2020 | 1. Auflage
GRIN Verlag
978-3-346-31813-8 (ISBN)

Infos

Academic Paper from the year 2020 in the subject Didactics for the subject English - Literature, Works, grade: N/A, , language: English, abstract: In the realm of literature, the societal ethos of a specific era is reflected by playwrights through the skillful crafting of their works. This paper undertakes a comparative analysis of two timeless masterpieces: "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare and "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller. Distinct styles, themes, dramatic irony, and soliloquy are wielded by these literary icons to impart a unique impact, captivating audiences and readers alike. The aim of this exploration is to unravel the nuances in how each literary work is woven, presenting a narrative that resonates with its audience.

Playwrights, as architects of societal reflection, have their works meticulously crafted, utilizing diverse literary elements to convey unique perspectives. In the comparison of "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare and "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller, a journey is undertaken through themes, dramatic irony, and soliloquy to unravel the layers that distinguish these literary gems. Shakespeare and Miller, though belonging to different eras, leave an indelible mark on the landscape of dramatic storytelling. This exploration seeks to illuminate the thematic intricacies and narrative devices employed by these literary maestros, shedding light on the distinctiveness of their craft. The realms of ambition, betrayal, and the American dream are delved into, traversing the landscapes of both tragedy and modern disillusionment, witnessing the enduring power of literature to reflect the human condition.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.12.2020
• Verlagsort: München
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Wörterbuch / Fremdsprachen
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Schulpädagogik / Sekundarstufe I+II
• Schlagworte: Analysis • Arthur • Comparative • Death • Macbeth • Miller • salesman • Shakespeare • William
• ISBN-10: 3-346-31813-3 / 3346318133
• ISBN-13: 978-3-346-31813-8 / 9783346318138