Publisher's Synopsis
The Works of William Shakespeare, Complete (1859) is a comprehensive collection of all the plays and poems written by the legendary playwright William Shakespeare. This book is a compilation of all of Shakespeare's works, including his most famous and popular plays such as Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, and Othello, as well as his lesser-known works such as Titus Andronicus and The Two Noble Kinsmen.The book is divided into three main sections: the plays, the poems, and a glossary of terms. The plays are arranged in chronological order, allowing readers to follow Shakespeare's development as a playwright over time. Each play is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides historical context and background information.The poems section includes all of Shakespeare's sonnets, as well as his longer narrative poems such as Venus and Adonis and The Rape of Lucrece. These poems showcase Shakespeare's mastery of language and his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his words.The glossary of terms is a helpful resource for readers who may be unfamiliar with some of the archaic language and terminology used in Shakespeare's works. It provides definitions and explanations for many of the words and phrases that may be difficult to understand.Overall, The Works of William Shakespeare, Complete (1859) is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, theater, or the English language. This book is a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate and inspire readers more than 400 years after it was first written.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
