The play was first published in the First Folio of 1623. The story draws heavily on the tradition of the romance, and it was influenced by tragicomedy, the courtly masque and perhaps the commedia dell'arte.

Romeo and Juliet is a tragic play written early in the career of William Shakespeare about two teenage "star-cross'd lovers" whose untimely deaths ultimately unite their feuding households.

Winner of the 2016 AIGA + Design Observer 50 Books | 50 Covers competition This edition of Julius Caesar is edited by William Montgomery with an introduction by Douglas Trevor and was recently repackaged with cover art by Manuja Waldia.

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Much Ado About Nothing has long been celebrated as one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies.

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This series offers students and teachers the power and eloquence of Shakespeare's plays with tools that can help make his work more accessible and meaningful.

Macbeth by William Shakespeare is a timeless tragedy that explores the devastating effects of ambition, power, and guilt. The plot of "Macbeth" is full of intrigue, betrayal, and supernatural elements, making it captivating for audiences.