William Allan Nielson Books

William Allan Neilson was an educator, writer, and lexicographer whose literary scholarship focused on William Shakespeare and the Elizabethan theatre. His work is marked by a profound understanding of the historical context and a masterful analysis of dramatic works. Neilson also contributed significantly to lexicography and undertook editorial work on Shakespearean editions. A less recognized aspect of his output includes his translation of the medieval romance Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, bringing the beauty and complexity of Middle English literature to a wider audience.