Sky Gilbert Books

"Shakespeare wrote at a unique historical turning point: the world was understood through poetry -- rather than through the science of observing it. Gilbert 's radical new research locates Shakespeare as a disciple of the Greek rhetorician Hermogenes, and a student of the neo-platonist Johannes Sturm. No, not just another 'interpretation' of the meaning of Shakespeare's work, but, instead a radical approach to Shakespeare as magician and rhetorician."--

Exploring the complexities of love and sexuality, this narrative delves into the challenges faced by a gay couple navigating an open relationship. As they experiment with their boundaries, unforeseen dangers emerge, testing their commitment and trust. The intertwining themes of romance, desire, and the impact of pharmaceuticals create a gripping story that examines the fragility of relationships in the face of temptation and risk.

Shy, effeminate Professor Denton Moulton lives in his head, and in his head he is really a long-dead movie star - the glamorous Gloria Grahame, from the golden age of Hollywood. His own sex life is nonexistent and he feels he hardly has a right to exist, let alone to tell anyone else's stories. But Gloria's sex life is scandalous.

Focusing on Shakespeare's relevance in contemporary discussions of political correctness, Sky Gilbert challenges the perception of the playwright as merely an outdated figure. Drawing parallels with figures like Gorgias and Ovid, he argues that Shakespeare was a masterful liar whose art aimed to transcend conventional truths rather than impart moral lessons. Gilbert emphasizes the complexity of Shakespeare's work, portraying it as a profound exploration of the human experience that defies simplistic categorization.