G. Wilson Knight Quotes

United Kingdom, Literary Critic
September 19, 1897 – March, 20, 1985.

George Richard Wilson Knight (1897–1985) was an English literary critic and academic, known particularly for his interpretation of mythic content in literature, and The Wheel of Fire, a collection of essays on Shakespeare's plays. He was also an actor and theatrical director, and considered an outstanding lecturer.

Also known as Academic

A stage set should not make a pretty picture of its own. The empty stage should look formal and pleasing, but should seem to be waiting for the action to complete it; it should not hold definite significance in itself.

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It is easier to communicate with spirits than for one university department to communicate with another.

G. Wilson Knight