The True Ophelia

The True Ophelia: And Other Studies Of Shakespeare�������s Women is a book written by An Actress and published in 1913. The book is a collection of essays that analyze and explore the female characters in William Shakespeare's plays. The author, who is believed to be an actress, offers a unique perspective on the characters, drawing on her experience of performing them on stage.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different female character. The first section is devoted to Ophelia, the tragic heroine of Hamlet. The author argues that Ophelia is often misunderstood and misinterpreted, and she seeks to offer a more nuanced and complex understanding of the character.Other sections of the book explore the characters of Juliet in Romeo and Juliet, Portia in The Merchant of Venice, and Lady Macbeth in Macbeth. The author examines each character in detail, analyzing their motivations, relationships, and actions within the context of the play.Throughout the book, the author also offers insights into the role of women in Shakespeare's society, and how their portrayal in his plays reflects the attitudes and expectations of the time. She also discusses the challenges faced by actresses who perform these roles, and how they can bring their own interpretations and insights to the characters.Overall, The True Ophelia: And Other Studies Of Shakespeare�������s Women is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of some of Shakespeare's most memorable female characters. It offers a fresh perspective on these iconic roles, and will be of interest to anyone who loves Shakespeare or is interested in the portrayal of women in literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.