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1	Hamlet more books like this by William Shakespeare Shakespeare's classic tragedy of love, madness, and revenge, first enacted in London in 1602. Young Prince Hamlet, in mourning for his dead father, receives an apparition of his father's ghost telling him that he was murdered by his own brother Claudius, who then assumed the throne and married Hamlet's mother, Gertrude. Intent on revenge, Hamlet ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Romeo & Juliet more books like this by William Shakespeare Set during five of the most intensely dramatic days ever portrayed, ROMEO AND JULIET was probably written in 1594 or 1595, and first published in a 1597 edition, as transcribed by actors who had performed it. Other editions appeared later, but even the more authoritative versions, such as that of 1599--probably drawn from Shakespeare's own ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Macbeth more books like this by William Shakespeare Shakespeare's dark portrait of ambition begins when three prophesying witches conspire to meet with Macbeth. Obliging his fate, he indeed encounters these "Weird Sisters," who mysteriously refer to him by the title Thane of Cawdor, and moreover, as the future king. Macbeth's companion Banquo is told that his descendants will inherit the throne. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Midsummer Nights Dream more books like this by William Shakespeare Confusions of the heart reign in Athens, where everyone is pining away for the wrong person except Theseus, the Duke and his fiancée, Hippolyta, whose wedding day is fast approaching. Hermia, the Duke's daughter, is intent on marrying Lysander, although her father disapproves and threatens to make her a nun if she refuses to marry his choice for ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Othello more books like this by William Shakespeare This newly revised Signet classic includes an extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, a unique introduction to the play, a comprehensive stage history of notable actors, and historical and contemporary dramatic criticism. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Tempest more books like this by William Shakespeare Generally agreed to be Shakespeare's last play, THE TEMPEST was most likely written in 1610. Twelve years before the action begins, Prospero--Duke of Milan--and his daughter, Miranda, were stranded by Prospero's brother, Antonio, on a remote and idyllic island where Miranda has grown up happily among the beasts and flowers, never seeing any man ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
7	King Lear more books like this by William Shakespeare Shakespeare probably wrote KING LEAR in 1605, but the action of the play takes place in the eighth century B.C. Lear, the elderly king of Britain, is ready to cease his rule and divide his kingdom among his three daughters. But his heart hardens against his youngest daughter, Cordelia, who refuses to give him the glib flattery he seeks, and he ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Julius Caesar more books like this by William Shakespeare Though the Plebeians support Julius Caesar and celebrate his return from Rome as the play opens, Caesar is famously warned to "Beware the ides of March," by the Soothsayer. Meanwhile, Caesar's popularity is such that the other Roman aristocrats, who rule as a body along with Caesar, fear that his popularity will cause the Plebeians to name him ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
9	Merchant of Venice more books like this by William Shakespeare Unique features include an extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater by the general editor of Signet Classic Shakespeare series, plus a special introduction to the play by the editor Sylvan Barnet, Tufts University. Another feature of this series includes dramatic criticism from the past and present: commentaries by Nicholas ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Much Ado about Nothing more books like this by William Shakespeare Branagh's sexy and stylish adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing, shot in the verdant hills of Tuscany, is the year's most anticipated major motion picture. This book chronicles the making of the film, and includes a behind-the-scenes look at its production, a brief illustrated synopsis, lush, color stills from the film, and intimate portraits of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	As you like it more books like this by William Shakespeare One of Shakespeare's early plays, written in 1598 or 1599, AS YOU LIKE IT is in many ways a typical Elizabethan romantic comedy, but it is also a satire in which Shakespeare ridicules many of the courtly-love conventions that were still current in his day: love as a disease, for example, and the lover as slave to his imperious mistress. In AS YOU ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Taming of the Shrew more books like this by William Shakespeare This newly revised Signet classic includes an extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, a unique introduction to the play, a comprehensive stage history of notable actors, and historical and contemporary dramatic criticism. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Twelfth Night more books like this by William Shakespeare Separated twins, practical jokers, pining lovers, and a comic villain populate the city of Illyria, where the drama of TWELFTH NIGHT unfolds. When the fraternal twins Viola and Sebastian independently wash ashore in the city from a shipwreck , unbeknownst to one another, each assumes the other is dead. With Viola disguised as a man, the Duke ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Shakespeare: The World as Stage more books like this by Bill Bryson (Read by) New York Times" bestselling author Bryson explores the life and works of Shakespeare in an entertaining and erudite biography. Crafted as a travelogue of sorts, the book includes Brysons conversations with those who know the Bard best--Shakespearean actors and academics. see all copies from $9.20! new only from $9.95! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Measure for Measure more books like this by William Shakespeare Written in 1604 when James I--a king particularly concerned with the religious aspects of his leadership--was fresh on the throne, MEASURE FOR MEASURE is a reflection of its time. In it, a sovereign's role in the legislation of morality is explored, as two extreme poles of government are navigated--the Duke's over-leniency as the play opens, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Will in the World: How Shakespeare Became Shakespeare more books like this by Professor Stephen J Greenblatt Greenblatt interweaves a searching account of Elizabethan England with a vivid narrative of the playwright's life. Readers see Shakespeare learning his craft, starting a family, and forging a career for himself in the wildly competitive London theater world. see all copies from $2.50! new only from $6.97! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Antony and Cleopatra more books like this by William Shakespeare Legendary lovers come to dramatic life in Shakespeare's gripping tragedy about the conflict of love and duty. Brilliant characterizations, fast-paced action in exotic locales, and matchless poetry make this tale timeless. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Winters Tale more books like this by William Shakespeare In this magical story, a shepherdess falls, in love with a Prince. There is also one of Shakespeare's most outrageous clowns - and a bear. This one hour version uses brief narrations to keep the story clear. The rest of the words are Shakespeare's. Has been successfully produced with a K-6 cast. Suggestions for directors. Ideas for simple sets and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Tragedy of Romeo & Juliet more books like this by William Shakespeare Set during five of the most intensely dramatic days ever portrayed, ROMEO AND JULIET was probably written in 1594 or 1595, and first published in a 1597 edition, as transcribed by actors who had performed it. Other editions appeared later, but even the more authoritative versions, such as that of 1599--probably drawn from Shakespeare's own ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.25! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Henry V more books like this by William Shakespeare While King Henry IV rightly laments that his heir, the young Prince Hal, has not distinguished himself in battle, Hal is up to no good at the Boar's Head Tavern with his rotund cohort, Falstaff. With a rebellion rising against the throne at home, Hal lives it up in the ale houses of London, associating with petty schemers and masterminding ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human more books like this by Professor Harold Bloom Harold Bloom, author of THE WESTERN CANON and editor of hundreds of critical works, unpacks a lifetime of experience with Shakespeare and his characters. A New York Times Notable Book for 1998. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.95! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Coriolanus more books like this by William Shakespeare This timeless story of an ancient Roman soldier whose political machinations and military might gain him heroic status--yet which lead him to his own assassination--is joined by an Introduction to Shakespeare's life, a reading list, an updated stage and screen history of the play, and essays and commentaries by A.C. Bradley, Wyndham Lewis, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Twelfth Night, Or, What You Will more books like this by William Shakespeare Separated twins, practical jokers, pining lovers, and a comic villain populate the city of Illyria, where the drama of TWELFTH NIGHT unfolds. When the fraternal twins Viola and Sebastian independently wash ashore in the city from a shipwreck , unbeknownst to one another, each assumes the other is dead. With Viola disguised as a man, the Duke ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Asimov's Guide to Shakespeare: A Guide to Understanding and Enjoying the Works of Shakespeare more books like this by Isaac Asimov, Rafael Palacios In an easy-to-read format, the scene-by-scene key reveals the mythological, historical, and geographical roots of all of Shakespeare's plays and narrative poems while supplying the modern reader with the background and knowledge to understand and enjoy these timeless classics. 40 maps. 16 charts. see all copies from $7.75! new only from $16.09! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Henry IV Part I more books like this by William Shakespeare While King Henry IV rightly laments that his heir, the young Prince Hal, has not distinguished himself in battle, Hal is up to no good at the Boar's Head Tavern with his rotund cohort, Falstaff. With a rebellion rising against the throne at home, Hal lives it up in the ale houses of London, associating with petty schemers and masterminding ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS

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