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Shakespeare would be pleased with how it is famous today. Shakespeare was an actor, a shareholder in his company, and playwright prioritizing in ticket sales. Most of his plays were not published during his lifetime. Unfortunately, the majority of young people undergo a torturous experience while learning Shakespeare plays. Most of these find it not relevant to read centuries-old texts does to their inability to recognize where they are applied in today’s word. However, in today’s world, Shakespeare brilliance is applied in our society as well as in young adult lives. Therefore, Shakespeare matter in today’s world.
Leadership concept in various Shakespeare’s works can be used for inspiration purposes. Leadership is the main theme in most of Shakespeare’s plays which offers us opportunities to experience and understand complexities of life in a conducive environment (Kapoor & Gurwara, 2020). For example, by viewing Macbeth play, we can see a man who is entirely consumed by his craving for power as well as the willingness to pursue it by sacrifice his principles. It enables us to recognize that power corrupts when followed an end.
Modern culture is reflected in many of Shakespeare’s plays. His work demonstrates the connection that exists between all people by reflecting on today’s human connection. It is easy to recognize humanity reflections presented in his plays. Many of Shakespeare’s plays are written in young people perspective, which makes it easy for them to connect the plays (Novy, 2017). Some plays with young characters are Hamlet and Twelfth Night.
Shakespeare still matters today because his work demonstrates human condition. The works have humanity themes which enlighten us how to be humans. It is relevant to young people because the work focuses on protagonist young characters. With today’s issues such as economic instability, civil unrest, and moral degradation, people can learn much from Shakespeare.
References
Kapoor, M., & Gurwara, S. (2020). Leadership through Shakespeare. Our Heritage, 68(1), 11955-11964.
Novy, M. (2017). Love’s Argument: Gender Relations in Shakespeare. UNC Press Books.