Four Great Tragedies: Revised Edition by William Shakespeare (English) Paperback

Description: Four Great Tragedies by William Shakespeare The greatest works of tragedy from the Bard, this book features "Hamlet, Othello, King Lear" and "Macbeth". FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The greatest tragic plays of William Shakespeare-including Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth.What is tragedy? The Elizabethans defined it as a "lofty" play showing "personages of great state" caught up in a "lamentable" action that "beginneth prosperously and endeth unfortunately." Whether judged by this or any other standard, the plays selected for this collection are considered to be the four central works of Shakespearean tragedy and must be included in any list of the worlds finest tragic literature.This collection in the Signet Classics Shakespeare series includes-. An overview of William Shakespeares life, world, and theater. A special introduction by the series general editor, Sylvan Barnet. Reliable texts by noted Shakespeare scholars. Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable format. Recommended readings Back Cover What is tragedy? The Elizabethans defined it as a "lofty" play showing "personages of great state" caught up in a "lamentable" action that "beginneth prosperously and endeth unfortunately." Whether judged by this or any other standard, the plays selected for this collection-Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth-are considered to be the four central works of Shakespearean tragedy and must be included in any list of the worlds finest tragic literature. And to make these plays more accessible for the modern reader, this edition includes the following special features: * An Introduction by Sylvan Barnet, general editor of the Signet Classic Shakespeare series * Reliable texts by noted Shakespeare scholars * Texts printed in the clearest, most readable type * Name of each speaker given in full * Detailed footnotes at the bottom of each page keyed to the numbered lines of the text * Textual notes * Updated bibliography. Author Biography William Shakespeare(1564-1616)was apoet,playwright, and actor who is widely regarded as one of the mostinfluential writers in the history of the English language. Often referred to as the Bard of Avon, Shakespeares vast body of work includescomedic, tragic, and historical plays;poems; and 154 sonnets.His dramatic works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Table of Contents Four Great Tragedies - William Shakespeare Introduction by Sylvan BarnetHamletMacbethKing LearOthello Review Text "Although the book is relatively short and limited in scope, it reads well and is recommended for clinicians, particularly those who care for patients with vascular lesions." (New England Journal of Medicine, V. 341, Number 20) "...an outstanding text on vascular lesions of the head and neck...The book is comprehensive, yet is enjoyable to read because of the precise writing style and excellent color photographs and tables...highly recommended for any physician who treats vascular lesions...a must for otolaryngology residents...I have personally used it to give accurate information..." (Head & Neck, April 2001) Details ISBN0451527291 Author William Shakespeare Pages 592 Language English ISBN-10 0451527291 ISBN-13 9780451527295 Media Book DEWEY 822.33 Year 1998 Country of Publication United States Short Title 4 GRT TRAGEDIES REV/E Residence Stratford-Upon-The Avon St, ENK Birth 1564 Death 1616 Series Signet Classics (Hardcover) Place of Publication New York Imprint Signet Classics Subtitle Revised Edition DOI 10.1604/9780451527295 UK Release Date 1998-06-01 US Release Date 1998-06-01 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc Edition Description Revised edition Format Paperback Publication Date 1998-06-01 Replaces 9780451516381 Audience General NZ Release Date 1999-11-23 AU Release Date 1999-11-23 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:535937;

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