Shakespeare's White Others

In this thought-provoking audiobook, David Sterling Brown critically examines the depiction of racially ambiguous characters in Shakespeare's works, such as Richard III and Hamlet, highlighting how these portrayals contribute to anti-Blackness and uphold white supremacy. He argues that the concept of the 'white other' was evolving during the Elizabethan era and explores Shakespeare's pivotal role in this formation through the lens of identity politics. This compelling work serves as an essential analysis for those interested in Shakespeare studies, critical whiteness, and race studies, challenging listeners to rethink the dynamics of race in Shakespearean drama.