Theseus' Shadows in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Author / Editor
Holland, Peter.

Title
Theseus' Shadows in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Published
Shakespeare Survey 47 (1994): 139-51.

Description
Examines various possible sources for Shakespeare's play, including KnT, arguing that such sources must be considered in light of the audience's perception.
Focuses on the character and tradition of Theseus.

Chaucer Subjects
Chaucer's Influence and Later Allusion.
Knight and His Tale.