The Troublesome Reign Of John, King Of England, Part 1 The First Quarto, 1591 (1888)

The book titled ""The Troublesome Reign Of John, King Of England, Part 1: The First Quarto, 1591 (1888)"" is a historical play written by the Elizabethan playwright, William Shakespeare. The play is set during the reign of King John, who ruled England from 1199 to 1216. The play explores the political and personal struggles of King John, his family, and his courtiers as they navigate the complex political landscape of medieval England.The book is edited and introduced by Charles Praetorius, a renowned Shakespearean scholar. Praetorius provides a detailed analysis of the play, its historical context, and its significance in the canon of Shakespeare's works. The book also includes a facsimile of the original 1591 quarto edition of the play, which provides readers with a unique insight into the early printing practices of the Elizabethan era.Overall, ""The Troublesome Reign Of John, King Of England, Part 1: The First Quarto, 1591 (1888)"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of England, medieval politics, and the works of William Shakespeare.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.