Quote by Andrew Coyle Bradley

A Shakespearean tragedy as so far considered may be called a story of exceptional calamity leading to the death of a man in high estate. But it is clearly much more than this, and we have now to regard it from another side.

A Shakespearean tragedy as so far considered may be called a

Summary

This quote suggests that Shakespearean tragedies are not solely about the downfall and demise of a person of high status. It implies that these tragedies have a broader perspective that needs to be considered. The quote implies that there are deeper themes and meanings within these tragedies that extend beyond just the calamities leading to death. It encourages readers to approach Shakespearean tragedies from a different perspective, one that goes beyond surface-level interpretations and delves into the complexity and richness of the stories.

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By Andrew Coyle Bradley

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