William Hazlitt's "Characters of Shakspeare's Plays" offers insightful and enduring analysis of Shakespeare's most iconic figures. First published in 1817, Hazlitt's work transcends mere summary, delving into the psychological depth and dramatic function of characters like Hamlet, Macbeth, and Lear. This volume presents a detailed exploration of Shakespearean drama. Hazlitt's critical essays showcase his masterful prose and keen understanding of human nature, making this book essential reading for students, scholars, and anyone fascinated by Shakespeare's timeless works. Discover why Hazlitt's perspectives continue to resonate with readers today, providing fresh insights into the Bard's unparalleled genius.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.