The Philosophy of the Plays of Shakspere Unfolded

"The Philosophy of the Plays of Shakspere Unfolded" by Delia Salter Bacon is a scholarly exploration that seeks to reveal a concealed philosophical framework within the plays traditionally credited to William Shakespeare. The work, penned in the 19th century, posits that these plays are not merely artistic creations but also vessels for a complex philosophical system mirroring that of figures such as Lord Bacon, thus merging moral, political, and ethical considerations into the plays' narratives. Hawthorne notes Bacon's commitment to unraveling the hidden layers and covert stories embedded in Shakespeare's and his contemporaries' works, suggesting that the political climate of the Elizabethan era necessitated a subtle means of expression, thereby encoding deeper meanings within their writings, waiting to be deciphered.