Romeo and Juliet, The Tragedy of

by Shakespeare, William

• ISBN13: 9780451524386
• ISBN10: 0451524381
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Signet Classics

Summary

This tragedy of doomed lovers from warring families has inspired poetic expression from young lovers the world over. The 300-year-old drama is perhaps Shakespeare's best-known work. The CliffsComplete Romeo and Juliet is a revised and expanded study edition. It contains Shakespeare's original play, a glossary, and expert commentary in a unique, 2-column format. To enhance your learning, notes and definitions appear directly opposite the line in which they occur, and a review section follows the play. This edition also introduces you to the life, works, and times of William Shakespeare.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
William Shakespeare, 1564-1616	p. 6
Shakespeare's Theater	p. 8
The Sound of Shakespeare	p. 10
Publishing Shakespeare	p. 12
Romeo and Juliet	p. 15
Introduction to the Play	p. 15
Romeo and Juliet's Sources	p. 16
The Text of Romeo and Juliet	p. 17
The Play	p. 19
The Characters	p. 21
	p. 22
Pre-Act Notes	p. 22
Text of Act I and Modern Version	p. 24
Post-Act Activities	p. 82
	p. 84
Pre-Act Notes	p. 84
Text of Act II and Modern Version	p. 86
Post-Act Activities	p. 142
	p. 144
Pre-Act Notes	p. 144
Text of Act III and Modern Version	p. 146
Post-Act Activities	p. 208
	p. 210
Pre-Act Notes	p. 210
Text of Act IV and Modern Version	p. 212
Post-Act Activities	p. 248
	p. 250
Pre-Act Notes	p. 250
Text of Act V and Modern Version	p. 252
Post-Act Activities	p. 288
Additional Resources	p. 291
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