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William Timothy Maley is a Scottish literary critic, editor, and university professor. His research spans early modern English literature from Spenser to Milton, alongside modern Scottish and Irish writing. He co-founded a distinguished creative writing program at the University of Glasgow, where he is a professor of Renaissance Studies. His work offers deep insights into literary traditions and their interconnections.
- 2023
- 2017
Following a group of diehard Celtic fans (and some that aren't quite fans!) as they travel to Lisbon, this book recounts the trip to see the Hoops raise the European Cup in 1967.
- 2013
Celtic connections
- 237 pages
- 9 hours of reading
This collection offers a sustained and up-to-date analysis of the cultural connections between Ireland and Scotland. It focuses on writers, from Charles Robert Maturin to Liam McIlvanney, whose work offers insights into debates around identity and politics in the two nations, often overwhelmed by connections with their larger neighbour, England.
- 2010
Focusing on the connection between Shakespeare and Welsh culture, this work presents a comprehensive historical context that highlights the influence of Welsh sources on Shakespeare's writing. By gathering experts from both sides of the Atlantic, it explores how Shakespeare's legacy has shaped Welsh identity and culture, addressing a notable gap in existing scholarship. The book emphasizes the richness of these Welsh influences and their significance in understanding Shakespeare's work.
- 2002
Nation, State and Empire in English Renaissance Literature
Shakespeare to Milton
- 185 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Exploring the influence of English Renaissance literature, this book examines how major authors like Shakespeare, Spenser, and Milton shaped and challenged national and colonial identities. It integrates insights from new British history and postcolonial criticism, highlighting a significant shift in early modern studies from focusing on Irish to British issues. The work delves into the complexities of union, plantation, and conquest, offering a fresh perspective on the cultural dynamics of the period.