Timon of Athens is a bitterly intriguing study of a fabulously rich man who wastes his wealth on his friends, and, when he is finally impoverished, learns to despise humanity with a hatred that drives him to his grave.
A critical edition of Shakespeare's tragedy in which Lord Timon, plagued with debt, takes up residence in a cave. Includes explanatory notes and information on the play's sources, performance history, and other related topics.
"Twayne's new critical introductions to Shakespeare." Discusses the key themes and concepts, as well as the most recent critical ideas and trends, of Shakespeare's drama "Timon of Athens.".
