Arms and Armour of Shakespeare

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This is not a library sponsored event.

Description of Event

A "knightly" tour of Shakespeare's history plays from King John to Richard III, with reference to the armour, weaponry, and battles portrayed, as well as those in Macbeth, Hamlet, and Romeo and Juliet. Attendees will gain an appreciation--both historically and dramatically--of the use and depiction of arms, armour, and the ideals of chivalry in the Bard's plays. This program is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the San Diego Public Library. The Library is not responsible for the information presented in this program.