The History of English Literature
- 440 pages
- 16 hours of reading
William Spalding was a Scottish writer and academic whose career included two decades as a professor of rhetoric and logic. His literary focus centered on Shakespeare and Elizabethan dramatists, subjects on which he penned essays and reviews. Spalding's analyses were characterized by their depth and precision, contributing significantly to literary scholarship. His work remains valued for its intellectual rigor and stylistic clarity.




In this fascinating and provocative book, William Spalding examines the authorship of The Two Noble Kinsmen, arguing that it was co-authored by Shakespeare and John Fletcher. Spalding also provides a detailed analysis of Shakespeare's language and style, offering new insights into his works and the development of his craft.
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