THEMES OF HUMAN NATURE IN SHAKESPEARE AND SOCIAL REALISM IN JANE AUSTEN
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Keywords

William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, English literature, drama, novels, society, human nature.

Abstract

The works of William Shakespeare and Jane Austen occupy a central place in English literary history. Shakespeare’s dramatic works explore universal human emotions, power, love, and tragedy, while Jane Austen’s novels present a detailed picture of social life, morality, and relationships in nineteenth-century England. This article analyzes the literary contributions of both writers and examines their influence on the development of English literature.

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