Shakespeare's Shrine

Shakespeare's Shrine: An Indian Story, Essays, and Poems is a book written by John Harris in 1866. The book is a collection of essays, poems, and a story that revolves around the influence of William Shakespeare's works on Indian culture. The story is about a young Indian man named Rama who is deeply fascinated by Shakespeare's plays and travels to England to visit the playwright's birthplace and pay homage at his shrine. Along the way, Rama encounters various characters who share their own experiences and perspectives on Shakespeare's works.The essays in the book explore the impact of Shakespeare's plays on Indian literature and culture, as well as the broader themes of colonialism and cultural exchange. Harris also includes a selection of his own poetry, which draws inspiration from Shakespeare's works and Indian themes.Overall, Shakespeare's Shrine: An Indian Story, Essays, and Poems offers a unique perspective on the enduring influence of Shakespeare's works and their impact on global culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, culture, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.