M. M. Mahood Books

Molly Maureen Mahood was a scholar of wide-ranging interests, dedicating her career to literary criticism, postcolonial African literature, poetry, botanism, and the works of William Shakespeare. Her seminal study, "Shakespeare's Wordplay," remains essential reading for its insightful analysis of the playwright's ambiguities and puns. Mahood's extensive academic contributions included teaching English Literature at the University of Kent and fostering a deeper understanding of diverse literary traditions. Her intellectual curiosity extended to biological sciences and conservation, reflecting a lifelong commitment to learning and engagement.