Publisher's Synopsis
As You Like It is a play written by William Shakespeare, first published in 1623. The play is a romantic comedy that follows the story of Rosalind, the daughter of an exiled duke, who falls in love with Orlando, the son of one of her father's enemies. When Rosalind is banished from the court, she disguises herself as a man and flees to the Forest of Arden, where she meets a host of eccentric characters and finds unexpected love.The play explores themes of love, gender roles, and the nature of identity. It is known for its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and lively songs. As You Like It is one of Shakespeare's most popular plays and has been adapted into numerous films, operas, and stage productions.Hang There My Verse, In Witnesse Of My Loue, And Thou Thrice Crowned Queene Of Night Suruey With Thy Chaste Eye, From Thy Pale Spheare Aboue Thy Huntresse Name, That My Full Life Doth Sway.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
