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Shakespeare's Bones   By: (1823-1886)

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Shakespeare's Bones by C. M. Ingleby is a remarkable piece of literary scholarship that delves deep into the mystery surrounding the final resting place of William Shakespeare. Ingleby's comprehensive research and meticulous analysis make this book a must-read for any Shakespeare enthusiast or lover of history.

The author takes readers on a captivating journey through the centuries, exploring the numerous theories and controversies concerning the location of Shakespeare's bones. While Shakespeare's tomb in Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon, is widely accepted as his final resting place, Ingleby challenges this assumption and presents compelling evidence to support alternative hypotheses.

One of the most intriguing aspects of this book is the author's meticulous attention to detail. Ingleby provides an abundance of historical records, anecdotes, and testimonies from various sources to substantiate his arguments. His skillful use of primary sources, such as original manuscripts and correspondence, adds an authentic touch to the narration and helps readers immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Shakespearean history.

Furthermore, Ingleby's writing style is engaging and accessible, ensuring that even readers unfamiliar with academic literature can follow the complex debates and theories presented in the book. The author successfully balances factual information with captivating storytelling, which keeps the readers hooked from beginning to end.

In addition to the book's historical investigation, Ingleby also explores the broader implications of the debate over Shakespeare's bones. He delves into the psychological and cultural significance of the search for the playwright's remains, and reflects on society's fascination with the life and legacy of literary giants. This introspective approach adds another layer of depth to the book and prompts readers to ponder their own fascination with Shakespeare and his works.

While some may argue that Shakespeare's Bones can be overly detailed and occasionally digress into tangential discussions, I believe this thoroughness is a strength rather than a weakness. Ingleby's exhaustive research and refusal to overlook any aspect of the topic ensure that readers are presented with a comprehensive exploration of Shakespeare's final resting place, leaving no stone unturned.

In conclusion, Shakespeare's Bones by C. M. Ingleby is an enlightening and thought-provoking book that rekindles the debate surrounding William Shakespeare's burial site. Ingleby's meticulous research, engaging writing style, and profound reflections on the nature of literary obsession make this book an excellent addition to the library of any Shakespeare enthusiast. Whether one agrees or disagrees with Ingleby's conclusions, this book is certain to ignite a passionate discussion about the enduring legacy of the Bard.

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Transcribed by David Price, email ccx074@coventry.ac.uk

SHAKESPEARE'S BONES

THE PROPOSAL TO DISINTER THEM, CONSIDERED IN RELATION TO THEIR POSSIBLE BEARING ON HIS PORTRAITURE: ILLUSTRATED BY INSTANCES OF VISITS OF THE LIVING TO THE DEAD.

By C. M. Ingleby, LL.D., V.P.R.S.L., Honorary Member of the German Shakespeare Society, and a Life Trustee of Shakespeare's Birthplace, Museum, and New Place, at Stratford upon Avon.

"Let's talk of graves, of worms, and epitaphs." Richard II, a. iii, s. 2.

This Essay is respectfully inscribed to The Major and Corporation of Stratford upon Avon, and the Vicar of the Church of the Holy Trinity there, by their friend and colleague, THE AUTHOR.

SHAKESPEARE'S BONES.

The sentiment which affects survivors in the disposition of their dead, and which is, in one regard, a superstition, is, in another, a creditable outcome of our common humanity: namely, the desire to honour the memory of departed worth, and to guard the "hallowed reliques" by the erection of a shrine, both as a visible mark of respect for the dead, and as a place of resort for those pilgrims who may come to pay him tribute. It is this sentiment which dots our graveyards with memorial tablets and more ambitious sculptures, and which still preserves so many of our closed churchyards from desecration, and our {1a} ancient tombs from the molestation of careless, curious, or mercenary persons... Continue reading book >>




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