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War of the Roses

“Comic sport”: Shakespeare’s depictions of governments in chaos
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“Comic sport”: Shakespeare’s depictions of governments in chaos

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Austin Tichenor

Chaotic and ineffective government may be a problem in our current life, but it makes for excellent drama in the theater — and in William Shakespeare’s hands, excellent comedy as well.

Masters of borrowing: Links between Shakespeare and Game of Thrones
Titus Andronicus
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Masters of borrowing: Links between Shakespeare and Game of Thrones

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Kate Long

If you’re a fan of “Game of Thrones” or “A Song of Ice and Fire,” you may have noticed some echoes from Shakespeare’s plays.