New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries (1884)

New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries is a book written by Charles Mackay and published in 1884. The book aims to shed light on some of the lesser-known words and phrases used by Shakespeare and other writers of his time, providing readers with a better understanding of the language and culture of the Elizabethan era.Mackay's book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the language used by Shakespeare and his contemporaries. These include chapters on dialects, idioms, proverbs, and the use of Latin and other foreign languages in Elizabethan literature.Throughout the book, Mackay provides examples of obscure words and phrases, along with their meanings and historical context. He also includes references to other works of literature and historical documents that provide further insight into the language and culture of the time.Overall, New Light On Some Obscure Words And Phrases In The Works Of Shakespeare And His Contemporaries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the language and literature of the Elizabethan era. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the linguistic and cultural nuances of the time, and helps to deepen our understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare and his contemporaries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.