Romeo and Juliet (Folger Shakespeare Library)

In Romeo and Juliet Shakespeare creates a violent world in which two young people fall in love. It is not simply that their families disapprove; the Montagues and the Capulets are engaged in a blood feud. In this death-filled setting the movement from love at first sight to the lovers’ final union in death seems almost inevitable. And yet this play set in an extraordinary world has become the quintessential story of young love. In part because of its exquisite language it is easy to respond as if it were about all young lovers. The authoritative edition of Romeo and Juliet from The Folger Shakespeare Library the trusted and widely used Shakespeare series for students and general readers includes: -Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play -Newly revised explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play -Scene-by-scene plot summaries -A key to the play’s famous lines and phrases -An introduction to reading Shakespeare’s language -An essay by a leading Shakespeare scholar providing a modern perspective on the play -Fresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Library’s vast holdings of rare books -An up-to-date annotated guide to further reading Essay by Gail Kern Paster The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington DC is home to the world’s largest collection of Shakespeare’s printed works and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs. For more information visit Folger.edu.

Series: Folger Shakespeare Library

Mass Market Paperback: 336 pages

Publisher: Simon & Schuster; 1 edition (January 1 2004)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0743477111

ISBN-13: 978-0671722852

Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 6.8 x 1.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces