I enjoy reading Shakespeare when I’m moved to
Richard III is thrilling
When I don’t have to study it for a course:
Memorize plot, character, Act and scene
Nietzsche on Greek Tragedy is enthralling
When I don’t have to place it in relation to
Zarathustra, Christian criticism, Ubermensch, herd
Education is a mixed blessing
A blessing, if it serves to enhance
Joy in culture’s works
Mixed if it serves merely to teach
Appreciation only, or worse, criticism
Still, without education, I wouldn’t read Shelley
And Shelley teach me to enjoy Shakespeare
David Fekete 