Publisher's Synopsis
Romeo and Juliet: Parallel Texts of the First Two Quartos, 1597-1599 is a book by William Shakespeare that was originally published in 1874. The book features the complete text of Romeo and Juliet as it appeared in the first two quarto editions of the play, which were published in 1597 and 1599. The two texts are presented side by side, allowing readers to compare and contrast the differences between them.The story of Romeo and Juliet is one of the most famous love stories in the world. It tells the tale of two young lovers from feuding families who fall in love and marry in secret, only to be torn apart by the violence and hatred between their families. The play is known for its beautiful language, its portrayal of the intensity of young love, and its tragic ending.This edition of Romeo and Juliet is particularly valuable to scholars and students of Shakespeare, as it allows them to see the changes and revisions that were made to the play between its first two printings. The book also includes an introduction by the editor, which provides context and background information about the play and its historical and cultural significance. Overall, Romeo and Juliet: Parallel Texts of the First Two Quartos, 1597-1599 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespeare, the history of English literature, or the enduring power of love and tragedy.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.
