2025, Vol. 7, Issue 7, Part B

Author(s): Anjana Vashishtha Rawat

Abstract: William Shakespeare’s enduring legacy in world literature lies not only in his mastery of language and dramatic form but in his profound engagement with the intricacies of human nature and structures of power. This study re-evaluates Shakespeare’s contributions through a multidimensional lens—exploring his dramaturgical innovations, philosophical inquiries into identity and morality, and evolving cultural resonance from the Elizabethan era to the digital age. Drawing from diverse critical traditions—ranging from Romantic idealism to postcolonial theory, feminism, and ecocriticism—this paper argues that Shakespeare’s works are living texts that continually shape and are reshaped by cultural contexts. The research examines key plays like Hamlet, King Lear, The Tempest, and Othello to demonstrate how Shakespeare imaginatively reconstructs power dynamics and psychological realism. Through a comprehensive review of global interpretations, academic discourses, and adaptations, the study emphasizes how Shakespeare continues to influence literature, politics, ethics, and education across civilizations. Ultimately, Shakespeare emerges not merely as a playwright of his time but as a transhistorical voice who redefined what it means to be human.

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