How to Analyse Shakespeare

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Typical Features of a Shakespeare Play

Tragedy, comedy, and history

Shakespearean plays are nominally divided into three genres: tragedy, comedy and history. When discussing a play and its themes, it might be useful to think about how it reflects traditional archetypes associated with that genre.

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