A cornerstone of Shakespearean criticism, A. C. Bradley's "Shakespearean Tragedy: Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth" offers profound insights into the Bard's most enduring works. This collection presents Bradley's meticulously crafted lectures, delving into the complexities of Shakespeare's tragedies and exploring the motivations and fates of his iconic characters. A timeless exploration of human nature, these lectures provide a framework for understanding the profound emotional impact and enduring appeal of Shakespeare's dramatic masterpieces. Bradley's analysis offers a lens through which to examine the themes of ambition, revenge, love, and loss that resonate throughout "Hamlet", "Othello", "King Lear", and "Macbeth". Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Shakespeare's genius, this edition preserves a classic work of literary criticism for continued study and appreciation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.