Romeo and Juliet (Folger Shakespeare Library)

by: William Shakespeare
Romeo and Juliet (Folger Shakespeare Library)
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Product 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

    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.



  • Customer Reviews
    Average Rating: out of 5 stars
    Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Amazing!
    There's a reason most college students have read this at least once for class. This story is timeless, speaks to any and all generations, and touching in a way no other book can match. It's so worth reading!

    Rating: 4 out of 5 stars - Great Writer, Great Story
    William Shakespeare is one of the great playwrights of all time. He is known across the world. Arguably the greatest book he ever wrote was "Romeo and Juliet".
    This past quarter, my entire freshmen class was required to read this classic play. For most of us, it was the first time we had ever read it.
    "Romeo and Juliet" is about two, "star-cross'd lovers," named Romeo and Juliet, living in the city of Verona. The city of Verona has one, very long lasting feud between the ... Read More

    Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Romeo and Juliet
    Shakespeare was a great play writer.He has written many plays, including Hamlet, Mid Summer Night Dream, and many others.Most of the plays that Shakespeare wrote were about love.The Play Romeo and Juliet mainly focused on the aspect of love.
    The Capulet and Montague families had been in a feud for many years.Romeo was a Montague and Juliet was a Capulet.The two families absolutely despise each other.While at a party, Romeo sees Juliet for the first time. ... Read More

    Rating: 1 out of 5 stars - Cliche, lacks literary value
    This is probably the most cliche novel ever written. It's boring as well and isn't even in English. Fail!

    Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Loved It
    I loved this book. Its Shakespeare at his best. Great edition of this timeless classic.

     
     
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