Shakespearean Criticism: Excerpts from the Criticism of William Shakespeare's Plays and Poetry, from the First Published Appraisals to Current Evaluations, Volume 7Gale Research Company, 1984 |
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... Helena by arguing that the King's arbitrary exercise of his royal authority contributes to the young count's uncivil ... Helena's virtues , the King's dire threats , and the evil influence of Parolles . In further defense of Bertram ...
... Helena by arguing that the King's arbitrary exercise of his royal authority contributes to the young count's uncivil ... Helena's virtues , the King's dire threats , and the evil influence of Parolles . In further defense of Bertram ...
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... Helena is an odd and unexpected incident , but its reasons for being in the play are clear enough . Parolles tells some home truths , none of which Helena gives the slightest sign of ever having doubted . " Virginity , " he tells her ...
... Helena is an odd and unexpected incident , but its reasons for being in the play are clear enough . Parolles tells some home truths , none of which Helena gives the slightest sign of ever having doubted . " Virginity , " he tells her ...
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... Helena's imagery suggests that she is considering a religiously inactive course . She will meditate upon her lost ... Helena accepts Nature as her guide . By doing so , she exchanges the world of grace for Parolles ' amoral ...
... Helena's imagery suggests that she is considering a religiously inactive course . She will meditate upon her lost ... Helena accepts Nature as her guide . By doing so , she exchanges the world of grace for Parolles ' amoral ...
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