C235 Agenda — Monday, January 12, 2026

Daily Journal

1592 — 1594 London theatres were closed due to the bubonic plague.

Venus and Adonis was self-published by Shakespeare in 1593 during a closure of London's theaters prompted by an outbreak of the bubonic plague.

Today's Work

Line dedication Mary from John Florio discusses Shakespeare's epigraph in Venus and Adonis. 4:17:00

Venus and Adonis Intro Slides

In Class Dedication 2.0

Consider Shakespeare's intent as well as the historical and political events that impacted London in 1593 as you and a few well-chosen classmates rewrite Shakespeare's dedication from Venus and Adonis. Be prepared to present your revision and explain the choices you made in its writing.

Quote of the Day

He who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; he who does not ask a question remains a fool forever.
— Chinese Proverb