Routledge Shakespeare, the Bible, and the Form of the Book

Explore the deep connections between two of the most significant traditions in literary history. Shakespeare, the Bible, and the Form of the Book examines why these monumental works share such a strong relationship and how they have functioned together as sources of cultural authority. This volume from the Routledge Studies in Shakespeare series moves beyond standard source study. It looks at how material books and specific reading practices create a space where these two textual traditions meet. By focusing on the role of textual materiality, this collection offers a new way to understand how cultural authority is built through the physical form of the book. This scholarly work is designed for researchers and students interested in the history of the book, Shakespearean studies, and the intersection of religious and literary texts. It provides a fresh perspective on how the physical nature of reading shapes our understanding of these foundational works.