Publisher's Synopsis
The Tragedie of Romeo and Juliet is a play written by William Shakespeare and is widely considered to be one of his most famous works. The play is a tragic love story that follows the lives of two young lovers from feuding families, Romeo and Juliet. The play is set in Verona, Italy, and explores themes of love, passion, violence, and death.The play begins with a prologue that sets the scene and introduces the two families, the Montagues and the Capulets, who have been engaged in a long-standing feud. Romeo, a Montague, attends a Capulet party and falls in love with Juliet, a Capulet. They secretly marry with the help of Friar Laurence, but their happiness is short-lived as their families' feud leads to a series of tragic events.As the story unfolds, Romeo and Juliet are forced to make difficult decisions that ultimately lead to their deaths. The play is filled with memorable characters, including the witty Mercutio, the hot-headed Tybalt, and the well-meaning Friar Laurence.The Tragedie of Romeo and Juliet is a timeless classic that has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and operas. It remains a beloved work of literature that continues to captivate audiences with its powerful themes and unforgettable characters.Timon of Athens, and Titus Andronicus. Complete in one vol.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.
