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Wittgenstein Contra Shakespeare

Synopsis
A recently published collection of miscellaneous writings of Ludwig Wittgenstein contains some serious reservations about the nature of Shakespeare’s reputation and genius. George Steiner examines the light these criticisms throw on Wittgenstein’s mind and Shakespeare’s art.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
12 Oct 1984 at 20:20 (Channel: BBC Radio 3)
Duration
20 mins

Credits

Contributor
George Steiner

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); Wittgenstein, Ludwig

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Archive

Name

British Library Sound Archive

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