Publisher's Synopsis
The Comedie of Errors is a play by the renowned English playwright and poet, William Shakespeare. It is believed to have been written in the early 1590s and is one of Shakespeare's earliest works. The play is a classic comedy that revolves around the theme of mistaken identity.The story begins with the arrival of two sets of identical twins, Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant Dromio, and Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant Dromio, in the city of Ephesus. The two sets of twins were separated at birth and have never met each other. However, their arrival in the city leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings as the people of Ephesus mistake the two sets of twins for each other.As the story progresses, the confusion deepens, and the characters find themselves in increasingly absurd situations. The play is filled with witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and farcical situations that keep the audience entertained and engaged.The Comedie of Errors is a light-hearted play that explores themes of identity, family, and the nature of reality. It is a timeless classic that has been adapted into various forms, including operas, musicals, and films. Shakespeare's masterful use of language, humor, and plot make The Comedie of Errors a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature and comedy.Mar. You know since Pentecost the sum is due, And since I haue not much importun'd you, Nor now I had not, but that I am bound To Persia, and want Gilders for my voyage: 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
