Time, Space, and Motion in the Age of Shakespeare

In "Time, Space, and Motion in the Age of Shakespeare," author Angus Fletcher delves into the intriguing interplay between early modern science and English poetry during a transformative era. Published by Harvard University Press in 2007, this insightful hardback spans 192 pages, illuminating the intricate relationship between poetic expression and scientific discovery. Fletcher posits that the study of motion was not merely a scientific endeavor but a crucial cultural inquiry of the 16th and 17th centuries. He traces this theme through the works of literary giants such as Christopher Marlowe, William Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, and John Milton, revealing how their poetic explorations mirrored the scientific revelations of their time, notably those of Galileo. This book is a compelling read for scholars and enthusiasts of literature, history, and the early modern period, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of thought in the British Isles.