Through Shakespeare's Eyes: Seeing the Catholic Presence in the Plays

Exploring the Catholic beliefs of Shakespeare, this volume analyzes three of his renowned plays—The Merchant of Venice, Hamlet, and King Lear—against the backdrop of the English crown's persecution of Catholics. Joseph Pearce, building on his previous work, challenges traditional interpretations shaped by Protestant perspectives and modern scholarship. By examining the plays in a public context, he aims to reveal the deeper spiritual dimensions of Shakespeare's work, offering fresh insights into the Bard's genius and the historical significance of his Catholicism.