Stratford Bust and the Droeshout Engraving

The book ""Stratford Bust and the Droeshout Engraving"" by George Greenwood is a detailed analysis of the two most iconic images of William Shakespeare - the bust in Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon and the engraving by Martin Droeshout that appears in the First Folio of Shakespeare's plays. The book delves into the history of these two images, examining their origins, their accuracy, and their significance in the cultural history of Shakespeare. Greenwood provides a thorough investigation of the controversies surrounding these images, including debates over their authenticity and the extent to which they truly represent the famous playwright. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in Shakespearean scholarship, as well as those interested in the history of art and iconography. Greenwood's meticulous research and insightful analysis make this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.1925. This work is written as a reply to M.H. Spielman's work entitled �������The Title-Page of the First Folio of Shakespeare's Plays-A Comparative Study of the Droeshout Portrait and the Stratford Monument.������� Greenwood argues that the preposterous differences between the present bust of Shakespeare at Stratford-on-Avon and the engraving of the bust in Sir William Dugdale's Warwickshire cannot be explained by the alleged inaccuracy of Sir William or by the inaccuracy of the engraver of his sketch.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.