Shakespearean Criticism: Excerpts from the Criticism of William Shakespeare's Plays and Poetry, from the First Published Appraisals to Current Evaluations, Volume 38Gale Research Company, 1998 |
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Page 67
... Helena's decision is a rejection of death in favor of a new mode of life . Let us pursue this life - and - death opposition a little . further . Like Helena in her first soliloquy , the king has abandoned himself to death . However ...
... Helena's decision is a rejection of death in favor of a new mode of life . Let us pursue this life - and - death opposition a little . further . Like Helena in her first soliloquy , the king has abandoned himself to death . However ...
Page 137
... Helena as an engaging , sympa- thetic character , whose love includes a strong concern for the good and happiness of Bertram . With the information from the widow that Bertram is soliciting Diana's favors , Helena's ready wit conceives ...
... Helena as an engaging , sympa- thetic character , whose love includes a strong concern for the good and happiness of Bertram . With the information from the widow that Bertram is soliciting Diana's favors , Helena's ready wit conceives ...
Page 152
... Helena's use of the triggering phrase , ' thy vassal ' . As a tenant - in - chief , Bertram inherits Rossillion in ex- change for military service , hence his wardship and his vulnerability to the King's wishes . Helena's , and ...
... Helena's use of the triggering phrase , ' thy vassal ' . As a tenant - in - chief , Bertram inherits Rossillion in ex- change for military service , hence his wardship and his vulnerability to the King's wishes . Helena's , and ...
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