Literary notes about william (AI summary)
The name "William" in literature serves as a versatile marker, reflecting both individual identity and broader social or historical significance. In historical accounts, for example, it designates pioneering characters like William M. Mayhew, the first white settler of Christiana, and esteemed figures such as Sir William Jones or William of Tyre who authenticate the narrative of eras past [1, 2, 3]. In literary dialogues and autobiographical passages, "William" often appears as a familiar, personified presence—whether it is a character speaking in a moment of casual conversation or evoking deep emotional ties, as seen in works like Great Expectations and Jane Austen’s novels [4, 5, 6]. Moreover, the name recurs in titles and credits, symbolizing both creative authorship and historical legacy, from William Shakespeare to figures celebrated for their contributions in diverse fields [7, 8]. Overall, "William" enriches texts by bridging personal, societal, and historical narratives across genres.
- [127] The first white settler in the Town of Christiana was William M. Mayhew who came in 1837, and located on section twenty-eight.
— from A History of Norwegian Immigration to the United States by George T. Flom - Sir William Jones, in an extract from a work entitled Essence of the Pooranas , says that this event took place at Dravira in the Deccan.
— from Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan, v. 1 of 3 by James Tod - [ For the Latin kingdom of Jerusalem, see William of Tyre, from the ixth to the xxiid book.
— from The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon - “You do not, sir,” said William.
— from Great Expectations by Charles Dickens - she cried, as she floated further away, “and you shall have your William again.”
— from English Fairy Tales - But never mind it, William” (her own cheeks in a glow of indignation as she spoke).
— from Mansfield Park by Jane Austen - WILLIAM.
— from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare - William Shakespeare Dramatis Personæ KING HENRY the Fourth.
— from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare
