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The Role Of Sympathy In Henry V'S Rhetoric, Kaylee Ficklin Apr 2013

The Role Of Sympathy In Henry V'S Rhetoric, Kaylee Ficklin

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In Shakespeare's Henry V, Henry is often seen as a manipulative figure who uses his powerful rhetoric in order to accomplish a self-serving political agenda. Arguably, Henry's greatest power is his rhetoric, and critics often cite this as his most manipulative tool-the means though which he accomplishes his own selfish desires. Rather than praising his rhetorical abilities, critics question Henry's motives and point to his rhetoric as the proof of his manipulation. However, "The Role of Sympathy in Henry V's Rhetoric" provides a different view of Henry. I argue that because Adam Smith's concept of sympathy contributes a great deal …


Child Targeted Shakespeare Performances: Making It Worth The While, Kara E. Visconage Apr 2013

Child Targeted Shakespeare Performances: Making It Worth The While, Kara E. Visconage

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An investigation of what makes a child targeted Shakespeare performance effective in teaching children.