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Book Description

Each edition includes:


• Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play

• Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play

• Scene-by-scene plot summaries

• A key to famous lines and phrases

• An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language

• An essay by an outstanding scholar providing a modern perspective on the play

• Illustrations from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare books


Essay by Barbara A. Mowat


The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's printed works, and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year, the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs.

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Mass Market Paperback 272 Pages
Edition: Washington Square Press New Folger's Ed
ISBN-10: 0743482832
ISBN-13: 9780743482837
Publisher: Washington Square Press
Pub date: Jun 22, 2004
Dimensions: 17 cm x 10 cm x 3 cm Just how big is that?
Also available as: Mass Market Paperback, Paperback, Hardcover, Audio CD, Audio Cassette, Library Binding, School & Library Binding and Others
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