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Explore a world of emotions through our Poetry collection at Thryft. Discover works by renowned poets like Rumi, Robert Frost, and Maya Angelou. Our selection also features contemporary voices such as Warsan Shire and Ocean Vuong.

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William Shakespeare

Twelfth Night : or, What You Will

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Twelfth Night: Or,what You Will (Penguin Popular Classics) Shakespeare, William

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Rex Gibson, William Shakespeare

The Tempest

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William Shakespeare’s The Tempest is an impeccable drama that captivates readers with its spellbinding portrayal of magic, love, and betrayal. This revised edition from Cambridge School Shakespeare series is an excellent option for students or teachers looking to actively engage with the play through its classroom-tested activities, comprehensive notes, and an eight-page color section. With its rich characterization, iconic performances, and remarkable poetic language, The Tempest remains a classic that will leave readers enchanted and wanting more.

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William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice

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The Merchant of Venice is one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, but it remains deeply controversial. The text may seem anti-Semitic; yet repeatedly, in performance, it has revealed a contrasting nature. Shylock, though vanquished in the law-court, often triumphs in the theatre. In his intensity he can dominate the play, challenging abrasively its romantic and lyrical affirmations. What results is a bitter-sweet drama.Though The Merchant of Venice offers some of the traditional pleasures of romantic comedy, it also exposes the operations of prejudice. Thus Shakespeare remains our contemporary.

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SparkNotes, William Shakespeare

Twelfth Night (No Fear Shakespeare)

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Twelfth Night is a great choice for anyone who finds Shakespeare's language intimidating. The modern translation on the right-hand pages is extremely useful for understanding the play's linguistically complex scenes. The commentary and character descriptions also help readers gain a greater appreciation for Shakespeare's works.

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William Shakespeare

Hamlet

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Considered one of Shakespeare’s most rich and enduring plays, the depiction of its hero Hamlet as he vows to avenge the murder of his father by his brother Claudius is both powerful and complex. As Hamlet tries to find out the truth of the situation, his troubled relationship with his mother comes to the fore, as do the paradoxes in his personality.A play of carefully crafted conflict and tragedy, Shakespeare’s intricate dialogue continues to fascinate audiences to this day.‘Though this be madness, yet there is method in't.’HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.

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William Shakespeare

Hamlet

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At Last - HamletIn language everyone can understand.Here, at last, is a modern version of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies. Written in today's English, this poerful tale of ghosts, murder and revenge takes on new meaning and dramatic impact. Now, everyone can be enthralled by the tragic story of the young prince, Hamlet, his beloved Ophelia, and the quest for vengence that destroyed them both.The complete original text is laid out side-by-side with the full modern version. ideal for instant reference and understanding. A must-have Shakespeare companion, whether you are reading Hamlet for the first time or studying for an exam.(back cover)

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William Shakespeare, Barbara A. Mowat, Paul Werstine

Love's Labor's Lost

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Love's Labor's Lost is a Shakespearean comedy that explores both the foolishness and complexity of human love. The book juxtaposes the idea of fantasy and reality in romantic relationships by presenting men who have sterilized themselves from anything feminine for three whole years only to fall in love with women as soon as they meet them. This book is perfect for those who enjoy witty banter, strange characters, and subplots that bring something new to every scene.

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H.J. Oliver, William Shakespeare

The Taming of the Shrew: The Oxford Shakespeare

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One of Shakespeare's most rollicking and beloved comedies, The Taming of the Shrew was also one of his earliest, probably written about 1592. The introduction to this edition offers a full and original consideration of the play's textual problems, a study of sources, a survey of scholarship and criticism, with the editor's own critical appreciation, and a study of the comedy's fortunes in the theatre.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Jill L. Levenson, William Shakespeare

Romeo and Juliet: The Oxford Shakespeare

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Recommended for those who appreciate timeless romance. Shakespeare's thematic mastery shines in this iconic play.

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William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice: Intermediate

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Recommendation: "The Merchant of Venice" is highly recommended for readers seeking thought-provoking dramas that explore complex themes of justice, revenge and betrayal. Written in a playscript format, this book provides original extracts and an immersive experience for the reader. Shakespeare masterfully weaves together the lives of a vengeful loan shark, a debt-laden merchant and star-crossed lovers to create a play that is both gripping and tragic. The play raises compelling questions about the nature of justice, mercy, and humanity that will surely leave readers spellbound.

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Stanley Wells, William Shakespeare, Roger Warren

Twelfth Night, or What You Will: The Oxford Shakespeare

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Twelfth Night is one of the most popular of Shakespeare's plays in the modern theatre, and this edition places particular emphasis on its theatrical qualities throughout. Peopled with lovers misled either by disguises or their own natures, it combines lyrical melancholy with broad comedy.The introduction analyses its many views of love and the juxtaposition of joy and melancholy, while the detailed commentary pays particular attention to its linguistic subtleties.Music is particularly important in Twelfth Night , and this is the only modern edition to offer material for all the music required in a performance. James Walker has re-edited the existing music from the original sources, and where noe exists has composed settings compatible with the surviving originals.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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William Shakespeare

MERCHANT OF VENICE

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The Oxford School Shakespeare is a well-established series which helps the reader to understand and enjoy Shakespeare's plays. Each play in the series contains the complete text with an extensive range of notes, background information on Shakespeare's England, suggestions for further reading,a brief biograohy of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.

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William Shakespeare, Roma Gill

Oxford School Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet

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This edition of Romeo and Juliet is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work.About the Series: Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.

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Ann Thompson, Edited by Ann Thompson

The Taming of the Shrew

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The Taming of the Shrew is a classic Shakespearean play that is popular worldwide. This revised edition by Ann Thompson provides line-by-line commentaries and textual notes, making it an ideal choice for students and enthusiasts wanting to understand the deeper meaning and controversy surrounding the play. The editor's emphasis on the problematic nature of debates about the play and its reception in the twenty-first century is a particularly unique feature that makes this edition highly recommended.

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William Shakespeare, Peter Hobley Davison

King Henry IV: Pt.2

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The New Penguin Shakespeare offers a complete edition of the plays and poems. Each volume hs been newly prepared from the original texts and includes an introduction, a list of further reading, a full and helpful commentary, and a short account of the textual problems of the play.

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John Russell Brown, William Shakespeare

"The Merchant of Venice"

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The Arden Shakespeare is the established edition of Shakespeare's work. Justly celebrated for its authoritative scholarship and invaluable commentary, Arden guides you a richer understanding and appreciation of Shakespeare's plays. This edition of The Merchant of Venice provides, a clear and authoritative text, detailed notes and commentary on the same page as the text, a full introduction discussing the critical and historical background to the play and appendices presenting sources and relevant extracts.

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William Shakespeare, E.A.J. Honigmann

"Othello"

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This tragic play by William Shakespeare highlights the destructive power of jealousy and betrayal. It is a must-read for literature enthusiasts who appreciate complex characters and intricate plotlines. The editor's insightful commentary notes provide a deeper understanding of the text, while the discussions of critical issues, performance, and comparison with other Shakespearean plays make it an enjoyable and enlightening read.

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Edith Hall, Euripides, James Morwood

The Trojan Women and Other Plays

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This volume of Euripides' plays offers new translations of the three great war plays Trojan Women, Hecuba , and Andromache , in which the sufferings of Troy's survivors are harrowingly depicted. With unparalleled intensity, Euripides--whom Aristotle called the most tragic of poets--describes the horrific brutality that both women and children undergo during war. Yet, in the war's aftermath, this brutality is challenged and a new battleground is revealed where the women of Troy evince an overwhelming greatness of spirit.We weep for the aged Hecuba in her name play and in Trojan Women , while at the same time we admire her resilience amid unrelieved suffering. Andromache, the slave-concubine of her husband's killer, endures her existence in the victor's country with a stoic nobility. Of their time yet timeless, these plays insist on the victory of the female spirit amid the horrors visited on them by the gods and men during war.About the For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare

Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello

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Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed series especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes that are easy to find and crystal clear. Each volume also includes decorative and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, rigorous but accessible commentary, up-to-date reading lists, the addresses of relevant websites, and classroom notes - all to help students to better appreciate the great works of Shakespeare. Now the six most popular books in the series have received a fresh new look.

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Sylvan Barnet, William Shakespeare

Hamlet

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The Signet Classics edition of William Shakespeare’s incomparable tragic play.“To be, or not to be: that is the question”There is arguably no work of fiction quoted as often as William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. This haunting tragedy of a troubled Danish prince devoted to avenging his father’s death has captivated audiences for centuries. This revised Signet Classics edition includes unique features such as:• An overview of Shakespeare’s life, world, and theater• A special introduction to the play by the editor, Sylvan Barnet• Sources from which Shakespeare derived Hamlet• Dramatic criticism from Samuel Taylor Coleridge, A. C. Bradley, Maynard Mack, and others• A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions• Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable text• And more…

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William Shakespeare, Roma Gill

The Taming of the Shrew

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This play is a witty exploration of societal gender roles and expectations through the interactions of the headstrong Katharina and the determined Petruchio. Recommended for those interested in classic literature and social commentary.

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Stephen Orgel, William Shakespeare

The Oxford Shakespeare: The Winter's Tale

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This complex play examines family relationships and friendships, with both tragic and comedic elements. Shakespeare's mastery of language is on full display in The Winter's Tale, and the reconciliation scene at the end is particularly moving. Stephen Orgel's edition provides excellent context for understanding the play's themes and conflicts, and includes a reprint of Shakespeare's source, Pandosto, by Robert Greene. For fans of Shakespeare or those interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships, The Winter's Tale is a must-read.

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William Shakespeare

"Troilus and Cressida"

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Book by Shakespeare, William

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William Shakespeare, David Lindley

The Tempest

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This revised edition of The Tempest is perfect for theater enthusiasts seeking an entirely immersive experience. With insightful commentaries on performance and new sections on casting, it delves into the complex themes of colonization, gender stereotypes, and theatricality. Shakespeare's elusive and suggestive play comes alive through its dramatic form, stagecraft, and captivating use of music and spectacle. Don't miss out on this visionary exploration of one of his greatest works.

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William Shakespeare

Much Ado about Nothing

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Much Ado About Nothing is probably the most satisfying, and certainly the liveliest and most charming, of Kenneth Branagh's Shakespeare films. The witty badinage between Branagh and his then-wife Emma Thompson, as Benedick and Beatrice, is as bright and sunny as the golden sunlight that shines on the Tuscan villa where the picture was shot. This production--and don't ask about the plot, just remember the title--is an ebullient celebration of art and artifice, culminating in a joyous dance, and performed at a brisk pace by an all-star cast, including Denzel Washington, Robert Sean Leonard, Keanu Reeves, and Michael Keaton. --Jim Emerson

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William Shakespeare

Romeo And Juliet

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Love, sex and death are the components of Shakespeare's classic story of the love of two young people which reaches across the barriers of family and convention. It encompasses great love, high drama, low comedy and a tragic ending.Romeo and Juliet is a pure tragedy of youth told in verse that is both youthful and intense. The loveliness and the music of the poetry make believable the otherwise commonplace afflications of blighted love. The beautiful personification of some of the main characters has caused Romeo, Juliet, Mercutio and the Nurse to become part of the world's literary mythology.The text of this edition is taken from the Cambridge University Press New Shakespeare, edited by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch and John Dover Wilson.(back cover)

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William Shakespeare

The Works of Shakespeare

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The Works of Shakespeare should be on the reading list of anyone who loves classic literature. Shakespeare's plays are timeless and his characters offer deep insights into different aspects of human nature. The attractive three-volume set is a valuable addition to any bookshelf and the illustrations add to the charm of the collection. Reading Shakespeare is a reward in and of itself as it provides pertinent life lessons regardless of the reader's age or background.

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E.A.J. Honigmann, William Shakespeare

"Othello"

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Notes concerning the text and its literary sources accompany this edition of Shakespearce's play about jealousy, malice, and deceit

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Ann Thompson, Edited by Ann Thompson

The Taming of the Shrew

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The Taming of the Shrew is a humorous play that pokes fun at the complexities of married life. It offers an excellent read for those who appreciate the hilarity of situations that arise from misunderstandings and intellectual conflicts between individuals. The play has been revised and updated to reflect current interpretations, making it a great option for those interested in theatrical performances or critical analysis.

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Kevin Stanton, Robert S. Miola, William Shakespeare

Much Ado About Nothing

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"Much Ado About Nothing is a must-read for anyone who loves witty banter and mischievous scheming. Shakespeare's masterful play is brought to life by Kevin Stanton's enchanting paper-cut illustrations, and Robert Miola's illuminating essays provide a fascinating glimpse into the historical and literary context of the play. Readers will be swept away by the hilarious antics of Beatrice and Benedick as they navigate the treacherous waters of love and deception."

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M.M. Mahood, William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice

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The Merchant of Venice is an excellent read for those who enjoy Shakespearean classics with themes revolving around justice and prejudice. The play's unique and distinctive feature is its portrayal of the Jewish character, Shylock, and the exploration of his character as the villain. Readers will appreciate the play's emphasis on mercy and the consequences of prejudice towards certain groups. Overall, it is a timeless piece that explores complex themes.

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William Shakespeare

"Love's Labour's Lost"

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This edition of Love''s Labour''s lost provide s a clear and authoritative text, detailed notes and comment ary on the same pages as the text and an in-depth survey of critical approaches to the play. '

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William Shakespeare

Richard II

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Richard II is a classic play that would resonate with readers who love historical fiction. The book depicts the tragedy of a monarch whose poor leadership has ostracized him from his subjects. Readers would enjoy the vivid portrayal of royal politics and the consequences of deceit and dishonor in a monarchy.

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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare

Oxford School Shakespeare: Othello

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Oxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed series especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes that are easy to find and crystal clear. Each volume also includes decorative and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, rigorous but accessible commentary, up-to-date reading lists, the addresses of relevant websites, and classroom notes - all to help students to better appreciate the great works of Shakespeare. Now the six most popular books in the series have received a fresh new look.

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N.W. Bawcutt, William Shakespeare

Measure for Measure: The Oxford Shakespeare

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When Claudio breaks the new laws against vice in Vienna by getting his financee, Julietta, pregnant, a series of ethical issues is brought under scrutiny. His sister's virtue is held to ransom by the deputy rule of the city until justice is done, mercy shown, and order restored. This is among Shakespeare's most vivid dramatic projections of moral duplicity. The introduction discusses the origins of his treatment of the well-known story and examines his sources. The editor also sets the play in its historical context and offers the most comprehensive available account of the text's theatrical life from Restoration adaptations to present-day productions.

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William Shakespeare, Jay L. Halio

Merchant of Venice

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This edition provides valuable historical and cultural context, shedding light on the controversial themes and characters in the play. It also includes a fresh modernized text for easy reading, making it a great choice for both students and general readers interested in Shakespeare's exploration of complex societal issues such as anti-Semitism, loyalty, and love.

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William Shakespeare, Janis Lull

King Richard III

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The New Cambridge Shakespeare appeals to students worldwide for its up-to-date scholarship and emphasis on performance. The series features line-by-line commentaries and textual notes on the plays and poems. Introductions are regularly refreshed with accounts of new critical, stage and screen interpretations. For this second edition of King Richard III, Janis Lull has added a new section to her introduction, in which she focuses on contemporary productions of the play as well as recent scholarly criticism. Lull emphasises the importance of women's roles in this popular drama but shows how the text has frequently been cut, rewritten and reshaped by directors and actors to enhance the role of Richard, often at the expense of female characters. The special relationship between King Richard III and Macbeth is also explored while the notes detail the play's language in terms that are easily accessible to contemporary readers.

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John Seely

Heinemann Advanced Shakespeare: Othello

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This book is perfect for students studying Othello, as it provides detailed analysis and helpful activities to deepen your understanding of the play. With its accessible notes and insightful guidance, it empowers you to develop your own unique insights, preparing you to excel in your exams. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource that will boost your confidence and appreciation for Shakespeare's Othello.

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Richmond Lattimore, David Grene, Sophocles

The Complete Greek Tragedies: Sophocles, Pt.1 v. 8

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"These authoritative translations consign all other complete collections to the wastebasket."—Robert Brustein, The New Republic"This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody."—Kenneth Rexroth, The Nation"The translations deliberately avoid the highly wrought and affectedly poetic; their idiom is contemporary....They have life and speed and suppleness of phrase."— Times Education Supplement"These translations belong to our time. A keen poetic sensibility repeatedly quickens them; and without this inner fire the most academically flawless rendering is dead."—Warren D. Anderson, American Oxonian"The critical commentaries and the versions themselves...are fresh, unpretentious, above all, functional."— Commonweal"Grene is one of the great translators."—Conor Cruise O'Brien, London Sunday Times"Richmond Lattimore is that rara avis in our age, the classical scholar who is at the same time an accomplished poet."—Dudley Fitts, New York Times Book Review

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Much Ado About Nothing

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This edition of "Much Ado About Nothing" offers not only the play itself with explanatory notes, but also a fascinating exploration of its performances throughout history. With interviews from renowned directors and actors, this book allows readers to understand the play's enduring appeal and its ability to be reinvented for contemporary audiences. Whether you're a student, theater-goer, or general reader, this edition provides a fresh and accessible way to engage with Shakespeare's timeless comedy.

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Stephen Orgel, William Shakespeare

The Tempest: The Oxford Shakespeare

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Performed variously as escapist fantasy, celebratory fiction, and political allegory, The Tempest is one of the plays in which Shakespeare's genius as a poetic dramatist found its fullest expression. Significantly, it was placed first when published in the First Folio of 1623, and is now generally seen as the playwright's most penetrating statement about his art.Stephen Orgel's wide-ranging introduction examines changing attitudes to The Tempest, and reassesses the evidence behind the various readings. He focuses on key characters and their roles and relationships, as well as on the dramatic, historical, and political context, finding the play to be both more open and more historically determined than traditional views have allowed.ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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William Shakespeare

Antony and Cleopatra

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This book is perfect for lovers of historical fiction and Shakespearean dramas. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is the intense and passionate relationship between Antony and Cleopatra, set against the backdrop of war and political intrigue. Readers will be hooked by the captivating storyline, complex characters, and poetic language.

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William Shakespeare

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare

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This book could be a good read for anyone who wants to experience the timeless works of William Shakespeare, from tragedy to comedy, history to romance, fantasy to horror. The glossary of obsolete words and variations from their ordinary established meaning makes the reading experience easier to understand. This book is a must-have for literature lovers who want to delve into the vast range of human experience that is still poignant in modern times. Users would most likely review this book as a must-read classic that never goes out of style.

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William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice

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Tragicomic drama of love, wealth, and justice revolves around a Venetian moneylender's bargain with a young merchant for "a pound of flesh."

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William Shakespeare

Othello

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If anything, Othello has increased its stature as one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies ever since it was first written, between 1603 and 1604, due to the victimisation suffered by its tragic hero, Othello, as a result of his skin colour. Othello is a "noble Moor", a North African Muslim who has converted to Christianity and is deemed one of the Venetian state's most reliable soldiers. However, his ensign Iago harbours an obscure hatred against his general, and when Othello secretly marries the beautiful daughter of the Venetian senator Brabanzio, Iago begins his subtle campaign of vilification, which will inevitably lead to the deaths of more than just Othello and Desdemona. An extraordinary play, both for its dramatic economy and power as well as its remarkable language, from Othello's bombastic "traveller's history" to Desdemona's elegiac "willow song", the play raises uncomfortable questions about ongoing questions of not only racial identity but also sexuality, as Othello and Desdemona's sexual relationship becomes the voyeuristic site of Iago's attempt to destroy them. Particularly fascinated with the question of what it means to "see", Othello also contains one of the greatest tragic death scenes in all of Shakespeare, with Othello's final identification with "a malignant and a turbaned Turk". --Jerry Brotton

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William Shakespeare

Romeo and Juliet Paper

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Book by Shakespeare, William

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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare

Oxford School Shakespeare: Twelfth Night

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This edition of Twelfth Night is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work.About the Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.

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William; Fraser Shakespeare

"All's Well That Ends Well"

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A poor physician's daughter cures the King of France, and in return is promised the hand of any nobleman she wishes. But the man she chooses, the proud young Count of Rosillion, refuses to consummate the forced marriage and flees to Florence. Depicting the triumph of trickery over youthful arrogance, All's Well that Ends Well is among Shakespeare's darkest romantic comedies, yet it remains a powerful tribute to the strength of love.

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The Tempest

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This enduring play by Shakespeare tells the story of a sorcerer's revenge against his enemies. With themes of forgiveness and redemption, it is a thought-provoking read for those interested in complex characters and dramatic storytelling. The photography and interpretation-based questions in this edition make it an excellent resource for students studying the play.

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Richmond Lattimore, David Grene, Sophocles

Sophocles

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"These authoritative translations consign all other complete collections to the wastebasket."—Robert Brustein, The New Republic"This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody."—Kenneth Rexroth, The Nation"The translations deliberately avoid the highly wrought and affectedly poetic; their idiom is contemporary....They have life and speed and suppleness of phrase."— Times Education Supplement"These translations belong to our time. A keen poetic sensibility repeatedly quickens them; and without this inner fire the most academically flawless rendering is dead."—Warren D. Anderson, American Oxonian"The critical commentaries and the versions themselves...are fresh, unpretentious, above all, functional."— Commonweal"Grene is one of the great translators."—Conor Cruise O'Brien, London Sunday Times"Richmond Lattimore is that rara avis in our age, the classical scholar who is at the same time an accomplished poet."—Dudley Fitts, New York Times Book Review

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Immerse yourself in the world of Poetry

At Thryft, we value the power of words. Poetry can encapsulate feelings that are hard to express, offering solace and clarity. Our collection includes timeless classics, vibrant modern works, and significant contributions from local poets. Delve into these verses to enrich your mind and soul. Whether you're a poetry novice or a seasoned reader, find the perfect piece that speaks to you.