Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature, 2014
Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, na... more Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, namely Thersites, becomes the dramatist’s medium of ironic message and his spokesperson in one of the most controversial dramas of his time, Troilus and Cressida. On the basis of an analysis of the ironic content of the drama and the roles that Thersites fulfils, it will be shown that he deserves to be described as one of Shakespeare’s wise fools. The jester will also be presented as the ironist and who, in contrast to other characters, is able to discern fully the real state of things which underlies the appearance. By his sarcastic remarks, filled with invective and mockery, Thersites shapes the perspective of the readers on the entire drama and on its characters, showing what war really is – a senseless and witless activity with “fools” fighting on both sides. Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.
Beyond Philology An International Journal of Linguistics, Literary Studies and English Language Teaching, 2019
What is silence? It is more difficult that it might seem to give an exhaustive definition of it i... more What is silence? It is more difficult that it might seem to give an exhaustive definition of it in one sentence. Sara Maitland’s “A Book of Silence” is an abundant source of reflection on various kinds of silence. It emerges from the author’s own experiences and from those of other writers on whom she draws. Maitland’s book, along with some of her literary and scientific sources which she refers to, constitutes the basis for the considerations contained in this article, the aim of which is to draw the reader’s attention to the fact that silence is a relative phenomenon and that physical silence, understood as a lack of or muting of audible sounds, can be perceived by an individual either positively or negatively, depending on the circumstances in which the silence is experienced. Additionally, the way in which it is perceived can seriously affect a person’s health and well-being and, in extreme cases, it may even decide someone’s life.
SHAKESPEARE PO POLSKU. 20 LAT POLSKIEGO TOWARZYSTWA SZEKSPIROWSKIEG, 2016
1 szekspirowski Błazen po polsku W dramatach Williama Szekspira z okresu wczesnej i późnej twórcz... more 1 szekspirowski Błazen po polsku W dramatach Williama Szekspira z okresu wczesnej i późnej twórczości czytelnik napotyka całe spectrum postaci, które są utożsamiane z groteską, satyrą oraz ze śmiechem. Od prostaka w Zimowej opowieści przez barmana burdelu w Miarce za miarkę aż po błyskotliwego licencjonowanego błazna w Jak wam się podoba czy we Wszystko dobre, co się dobrze kończy. Spośród wymienionych bohaterów to ten ostatni zajmuje specjalne miejsce w utworach dramaturga.
Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature, 2015
Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamenta... more Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamental questions which apply to each and every human being, such as: how to deal with situations that cause suffering to us? What are the causes of it? Is it possible for a man to find happiness and the ultimate truth through following one’s own philosophy? In this paper the authors discuss the way in which Albert Camus and Samuel Beckett, the two well-known 20th century writers and thinkers, deal with these dilemmas in their novels and dramas. In the works of both authors, like “The Myth of Sisyphus”, “Caligula”, “Act without words” or “Catastrophe”, the protagonists are pictured as individuals helpless towards influences of the external supernatural forces. Despite the fact that all of the protagonists face similar experiences, the way they react to them is diverse.
Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamenta... more Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamental questions which apply to each and every human being, such as: how to deal with situations that cause suffering to us? What are the causes of it? Is it possible for a man to find happiness and the ultimate truth through following one's own philosophy? In this paper the authors discuss the way in which Albert Camus and Samuel Beckett, the two well-known 20 th century writers and thinkers, deal with these dilemmas in their novels and dramas. In the works of both authors, like " The Myth of Sisyphus " , " Caligula " , " Act without words " or " Catastrophe " , the protagonists are pictured as individuals helpless towards influences of the external supernatural forces. Despite the fact that all of the protagonists face similar experiences, the way they react to them is diverse.
Beyond Philology. An International Journal of Linguistics, Literary Studies and English Language Teaching. , 2015
Abstract
One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was ma... more Abstract
One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was madness. Everything in his output connected with irrationality, abnormality, emotionality and subjectivity, subse-quently became an inspiration for artists in later periods in the his-tory of art, including painters and draughtsmen. Because of the sub-ject-matter it was mainly Romantic artists, the Pre-Raphaelites and Symbolists who were inspired by the great dramatist’s plays. This article discusses the way in which two of Shakespeare’s characters, namely King Lear and Ophelia, were depicted in painting by the art-ists of the aforementioned eras.
Keywords Shakespeare, madness, visual arts, Romanticism, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature., 2014
Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, na... more Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, namely Thersites, becomes the dramatist’s medium of ironic message and his spokesperson in one of the most controversial dramas of his time, Troilus and Cressida. On the basis of an analysis of the ironic content of the drama and the roles that Thersites fulfils, it will be shown that he deserves to be described as one of Shakespeare’s wise fools. The jester will also be presented as the ironist and who, in contrast to other characters, is able to discern fully the real state of things which underlies the appearance. By his sarcastic remarks, filled with invective and mockery, Thersites shapes the perspective of the readers on the entire drama and on its characters, showing what war really is – a senseless and witless activity with “fools” fighting on both sides. Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.
Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature, 2014
Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, na... more Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, namely Thersites, becomes the dramatist’s medium of ironic message and his spokesperson in one of the most controversial dramas of his time, Troilus and Cressida. On the basis of an analysis of the ironic content of the drama and the roles that Thersites fulfils, it will be shown that he deserves to be described as one of Shakespeare’s wise fools. The jester will also be presented as the ironist and who, in contrast to other characters, is able to discern fully the real state of things which underlies the appearance. By his sarcastic remarks, filled with invective and mockery, Thersites shapes the perspective of the readers on the entire drama and on its characters, showing what war really is – a senseless and witless activity with “fools” fighting on both sides. Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.
Beyond Philology An International Journal of Linguistics, Literary Studies and English Language Teaching, 2019
What is silence? It is more difficult that it might seem to give an exhaustive definition of it i... more What is silence? It is more difficult that it might seem to give an exhaustive definition of it in one sentence. Sara Maitland’s “A Book of Silence” is an abundant source of reflection on various kinds of silence. It emerges from the author’s own experiences and from those of other writers on whom she draws. Maitland’s book, along with some of her literary and scientific sources which she refers to, constitutes the basis for the considerations contained in this article, the aim of which is to draw the reader’s attention to the fact that silence is a relative phenomenon and that physical silence, understood as a lack of or muting of audible sounds, can be perceived by an individual either positively or negatively, depending on the circumstances in which the silence is experienced. Additionally, the way in which it is perceived can seriously affect a person’s health and well-being and, in extreme cases, it may even decide someone’s life.
SHAKESPEARE PO POLSKU. 20 LAT POLSKIEGO TOWARZYSTWA SZEKSPIROWSKIEG, 2016
1 szekspirowski Błazen po polsku W dramatach Williama Szekspira z okresu wczesnej i późnej twórcz... more 1 szekspirowski Błazen po polsku W dramatach Williama Szekspira z okresu wczesnej i późnej twórczości czytelnik napotyka całe spectrum postaci, które są utożsamiane z groteską, satyrą oraz ze śmiechem. Od prostaka w Zimowej opowieści przez barmana burdelu w Miarce za miarkę aż po błyskotliwego licencjonowanego błazna w Jak wam się podoba czy we Wszystko dobre, co się dobrze kończy. Spośród wymienionych bohaterów to ten ostatni zajmuje specjalne miejsce w utworach dramaturga.
Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature, 2015
Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamenta... more Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamental questions which apply to each and every human being, such as: how to deal with situations that cause suffering to us? What are the causes of it? Is it possible for a man to find happiness and the ultimate truth through following one’s own philosophy? In this paper the authors discuss the way in which Albert Camus and Samuel Beckett, the two well-known 20th century writers and thinkers, deal with these dilemmas in their novels and dramas. In the works of both authors, like “The Myth of Sisyphus”, “Caligula”, “Act without words” or “Catastrophe”, the protagonists are pictured as individuals helpless towards influences of the external supernatural forces. Despite the fact that all of the protagonists face similar experiences, the way they react to them is diverse.
Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamenta... more Regardless of the times in which people live, they feel a need to seek answers to some fundamental questions which apply to each and every human being, such as: how to deal with situations that cause suffering to us? What are the causes of it? Is it possible for a man to find happiness and the ultimate truth through following one's own philosophy? In this paper the authors discuss the way in which Albert Camus and Samuel Beckett, the two well-known 20 th century writers and thinkers, deal with these dilemmas in their novels and dramas. In the works of both authors, like " The Myth of Sisyphus " , " Caligula " , " Act without words " or " Catastrophe " , the protagonists are pictured as individuals helpless towards influences of the external supernatural forces. Despite the fact that all of the protagonists face similar experiences, the way they react to them is diverse.
Beyond Philology. An International Journal of Linguistics, Literary Studies and English Language Teaching. , 2015
Abstract
One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was ma... more Abstract
One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was madness. Everything in his output connected with irrationality, abnormality, emotionality and subjectivity, subse-quently became an inspiration for artists in later periods in the his-tory of art, including painters and draughtsmen. Because of the sub-ject-matter it was mainly Romantic artists, the Pre-Raphaelites and Symbolists who were inspired by the great dramatist’s plays. This article discusses the way in which two of Shakespeare’s characters, namely King Lear and Ophelia, were depicted in painting by the art-ists of the aforementioned eras.
Keywords Shakespeare, madness, visual arts, Romanticism, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
Explorations: A Journal of Language and Literature., 2014
Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, na... more Abstract. This article discusses the way in which one of William Shakespeare’s licensed fools, namely Thersites, becomes the dramatist’s medium of ironic message and his spokesperson in one of the most controversial dramas of his time, Troilus and Cressida. On the basis of an analysis of the ironic content of the drama and the roles that Thersites fulfils, it will be shown that he deserves to be described as one of Shakespeare’s wise fools. The jester will also be presented as the ironist and who, in contrast to other characters, is able to discern fully the real state of things which underlies the appearance. By his sarcastic remarks, filled with invective and mockery, Thersites shapes the perspective of the readers on the entire drama and on its characters, showing what war really is – a senseless and witless activity with “fools” fighting on both sides. Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.
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One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was madness. Everything in his output connected with irrationality, abnormality, emotionality and subjectivity, subse-quently became an inspiration for artists in later periods in the his-tory of art, including painters and draughtsmen. Because of the sub-ject-matter it was mainly Romantic artists, the Pre-Raphaelites and Symbolists who were inspired by the great dramatist’s plays. This article discusses the way in which two of Shakespeare’s characters, namely King Lear and Ophelia, were depicted in painting by the art-ists of the aforementioned eras.
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Shakespeare, madness, visual arts, Romanticism, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.
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One of the themes which William Shakespeare explored in his works in great depth was madness. Everything in his output connected with irrationality, abnormality, emotionality and subjectivity, subse-quently became an inspiration for artists in later periods in the his-tory of art, including painters and draughtsmen. Because of the sub-ject-matter it was mainly Romantic artists, the Pre-Raphaelites and Symbolists who were inspired by the great dramatist’s plays. This article discusses the way in which two of Shakespeare’s characters, namely King Lear and Ophelia, were depicted in painting by the art-ists of the aforementioned eras.
Keywords
Shakespeare, madness, visual arts, Romanticism, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
Key words: Shakespeare, Troilus and Cressida, Thersites, irony.