The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 8 of 9] by Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Editor Clark, William George, 1821-1878
Editor Wright, William Aldis, 1831-1914
Title The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 8 of 9]
Contents Hamlet -- King Lear -- Othello.
Credits Produced by Richard Tonsing, Jonathan Ingram and the Online
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Summary "The Works of William Shakespeare [Cambridge Edition] [Vol. 8 of 9]" by Shakespeare is a historical and literary collection of theatrical works written in the early 17th century. This volume specifically includes iconic plays such as "Hamlet," "King Lear," and "Othello," among others. The works explore themes of ambition, power struggles, love, and betrayal, with complex characters that resonate across time, such as the troubled Hamlet and the tragic King Lear. At the start of the volume, the section from "Hamlet" unfolds with a dark, atmospheric setting in Elsinore, where guards, including Francisco and Bernardo, encounter a ghost resembling the deceased King Hamlet. The tension builds as they summon Horatio to witness the spectral figure. The scene sets a tone of unease and raises questions about fate and the supernatural, laying the groundwork for the epic tragedy that follows as Hamlet grapples with the implications of his father's death and the unrest within Denmark. The opening introduces a political and emotional conflict that will drive the narrative forward, immersing readers in a world steeped in mystery and existential inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English drama
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