Shakespeare's texts were profoundly influenced by the medium of print from "summary" of Shakespeare and the Book by David Scott Kastan,George M Bodman Professor of English David Scott Kastan
Shakespeare's plays were not intended to be solely read as texts, but were meant to be performed on stage. However, the printing press played a significant role in shaping how his works were disseminated and ultimately perceived by audiences. The medium of print allowed for Shakespeare's plays to reach a wider audience than ever before, as they could be reproduced and circulated more easily than handwritten manuscripts. The process of printing also introduced the possibility of errors and variations in the text, as typesetters and compositors were responsible for setting the type and arranging the pages. These variations could lead to different interpretations of the plays, as different editions might contain different readings or stage directions. Printers also had to make decisions about which plays to include in their publications, which could impact which works were considered canonical or important. Additionally, the ...
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