Publisher's Synopsis
The Two Gentlemen of Verona is a play written by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in the early 1590s. The play is considered one of Shakespeare's earliest works and is often classified as a comedy. The play follows the story of two best friends, Valentine and Proteus, who reside in Verona. Valentine decides to leave Verona to explore the world, while Proteus stays behind to pursue his love interest, Julia. However, Proteus soon falls in love with Valentine's beloved, Silvia, and becomes consumed with jealousy and betrayal. The play explores themes of love, friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of betrayal. It also includes elements of mistaken identity, disguises, and comedic misunderstandings. The Two Gentlemen of Verona has been adapted into various forms of media, including operas, musicals, and films. It remains a popular play in Shakespearean literature and is often studied and performed in academic and theatrical settings.Th. Since his exile she hath despis'd me most, Forsworne my company, and rail'd at me, That I am desperate of obtaining her.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.
