"Brightest Heaven of Invention by Peter Leithart purports to be a
Christian guide to six Shakespearean plays. But it is far more than
that. In addition to providing an excellent introduction to Henry
V, Julius Caesar, Hamlet, Macbeth, Much Ado About Nothing, and
Taming of the Shrew, it also is a bracing tonic of history,
theology, literary theory, social criticism, and practical
application. I have been a student of Shakespeare for years, but I
have never had a more able or enjoyable instructor than Mr.
Leithart." -George Grant, WORLD magazine
"Leithart's walk through six Shakespeare plays is written
especially for high-school level course, but older students will
benefit as well." -Leigh Bortins, Founder of Classical
Conversations
"Many Christians shy away from Shakespeare because of concerns
about witches, ghosts, murders, and other elements that occur in
his plays. Peter Leithart presents these studies of six of
Shakespeare's plays from a Christian point of view. He shows how
these possibly objectionable elements are used to illustrate
eternal truths in keeping with Scripture.... This is far more than
the superficial treatment typical of must study guides. It gets
into philosophy, history, culture, and other significant factors."
-Cathy Duffy, author of 101 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
"a refreshing change. [Leithart's] writing is a pleasure to read
and his ideas are insightful and well developed. Leithart presents
an overview of six Shakespearean plays from a Christian
perspective. However, this book is far from a typical Christian
literary analysis. Leithart opens the book with a thoughtful
discussion of literary study. His approach to literature is
intelligent, convicting, and gracious. Only after fully explaining
his views on literary study does he examine the plays.... He
provides wonderful insights, helpful contextual information,
questions, and resources. His writing is meaty, and he leads his
readers through the plays slowly, pointing out biblical themes and
images in the playwright's work." -Emily Adams, Homeschooling
Today
"Whether used independently by one student or used in a group, the
Christian interpretations in Brightest Heaven of Invention make it
a valuable guide in the homeschool." -Karen Andreola, Homeschool
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