Bloom's Shakespeare Through the Ages: The Winter's Tale - Harold Bloom

First performed in May 1611, "The Winter's Tale" is a play about reconciliation, atonement, and the healing effects of time. Leontes, a paranoid tyrant, suffers from his own rash behavior and jealous delusions. When his long-lost daughter returns and the statue of his dead wife magically comes back to life, order is restored, the family is reunited, and his atonement is complete. This volume in "Bloom's Shakespeare Through the Ages" set features criticism on "The Winter's Tale" from a variety of sources and centuries, making it an invaluable addition to any literature classroom.