The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 2 of 9] by Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Editor Clark, William George, 1821-1878
Editor Wright, William Aldis, 1831-1914
Title The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 2 of 9]
Note Reading ease score: 93.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Contents Much ado about nothing -- Love's labour's lost -- A midsummer-night's dream -- The merchant of Venice -- As you like it.
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Summary "The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 2 of 9]" by Shakespeare is a collection of plays written in the late 16th to early 17th century. This volume includes well-known works such as "Much Ado About Nothing," "Love's Labour's Lost," "A Midsummer-Night's Dream," "The Merchant of Venice," and "As You Like It." Shakespeare's writing explores themes of love, conflict, and human nature through complex characters and witty dialogue, engaging readers with both comedic and dramatic elements. At the start of "Much Ado About Nothing," we are introduced to the vibrant setting of Messina and a cast of characters, including Lord Benedick, Lady Beatrice, and the thoughtful Claudio. The scene opens with the arrival of Don Pedro, who comes to visit Governor Leonato. Central to the action, Claudio's infatuation with Leonato's daughter, Hero, and the playful yet contentious relationship between Benedick and Beatrice set the stage for themes of love, deception, and wit. The dialogue is rich with banter, indicating the character dynamics while suggesting the romantic entanglements that will unfold throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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